Controller

Ready to help build something bigger?

Ascension Search Partners has been retained by a private equity-backed industrial services company on a remarkable growth trajectory, with plans to double in size over the next two years. They are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function during a transformational period of growth, process improvement, and operational sophistication.

This is more than a traditional Controller role. You'll partner directly with the CFO, CEO, and senior leadership team to strengthen financial infrastructure, improve data integrity and reporting, and help create a scalable platform for the company's next phase of expansion.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a PE-backed company in growth mode with significant runway ahead
• Take ownership of the accounting function and lead a high-performing team
• Play a key role in modernizing systems, reporting, and business processes
• Partner closely with a newly hired technology leadership team to drive better visibility and decision-making
• Gain exposure to executive leadership, private equity stakeholders, and strategic initiatives
• Opportunity to grow alongside a business expected to double or potentially triple in size

What You'll Do

• Lead all accounting operations, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Manage and develop a team of accounting professionals
• Improve processes, controls, and data integrity across the organization
• Partner with operations and sales leaders to drive accountability and better decision-making
• Help optimize reporting systems and dashboards to support scalability
• Serve as a trusted business partner to the CFO and executive team

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years senior accounting leadership experience
• Strong technical accounting foundation with a track record of improving processes
• Proven ability to lead through change and influence cross-functional teams
• Experience in growth-oriented organizations with meaningful operational complexity
• Background in larger-scale businesses combined with an entrepreneurial mindset is highly valued
• Private equity experience is helpful, but not required

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accounting leader who wants to move beyond maintaining the status quo and help build a platform for long-term growth and value creation.