Controller

Our client is a growing, private equity-backed infrastructure services organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting function and support the continued evolution of the finance organization.

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, this individual will be responsible for the integrity of the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end close process, while providing leadership to a small accounting team.

This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where process improvement, systems optimization, and scalable growth are key priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and management reporting
• Oversee general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries
• Manage, mentor, and develop a small accounting team
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures
• Partner with finance leadership to improve reporting capabilities and operational efficiency
• Coordinate external audit activities and support compliance requirements
• Drive process improvement initiatives across the accounting function
• Support financial systems enhancement projects and ongoing optimization efforts
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operational and business leaders to support organizational growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• Progressive accounting leadership experience, including experience at the Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Director level
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Strong NetSuite experience is essential for this role
• Demonstrated experience leading month-end close and managing accounting operations
• Previous experience managing and developing accounting staff
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across all levels of the organization

What's on Offer

• Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior finance leadership
• Opportunity to influence systems, processes, and organizational growth
• Broad scope across accounting operations, reporting, controls, and transformation initiatives
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
• Long-term career growth potential within a growing organization