Controller

Summary

Join our Finance and Accounting team as a Controller! This remote position, ideally located in the Denver metro area, offers the opportunity to lead and develop a growing accounting team. You will oversee all aspects of accounting operations, create financial forecasts, and advise the executive team. The role requires strong leadership, financial management expertise, and a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required
• 7+ years of accounting experience is required
• Experience as a senior level accounting or finance manager required
• Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
• Ability to financially manage multi-state operations
• In-depth knowledge of financial benchmarking, accounting, audit and tax compliance, and other regulatory matters
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with peers
• Highly developed multi-tasking skills with a proven ability to work in high stress situations
• Highly developed sense of urgency and a commitment to superior customer service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills, including ability to develop and grow a team
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (or related software), accounting software; modern “Cloud Based ERP” experience

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor in finance and accounting matters to the executive team for strategic planning purposes
• Develop department strategy and goals that align with business objectives
• Create forecast models as part of the organization’s planning efforts
• Identify, innovate and implement business processes that improve the department's efficiency and capacity to scale
• Manage all sides of accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivables, payroll, commissions, and cost accounting
• Provide strong leadership to the accounting department, to include development and performance conversations
• Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions to ensure accuracy
• Maintain reporting systems for financial budgeting, and forecasting
• Prepare for and conduct various types of audits including but not limited to financial, systems, tax, and compliance
• Comply with local, state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Ensure all state tax and licensing requirements are adhered to, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage
• Work with third party vendors to mitigate organization risk
• Provide effective communication with internal and external entities
• Operate with a high level of urgency and maximize productivity in the department
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification, such as CPA (certified public accountant) is highly preferred
• Experience working with a Private Equity Propco preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life
• Voluntary life, short- and long-term disability
• 401k
• Excellent time off options
• Remote work, work from home position