Corporate Controller

Our client, a well-established and growing company in Denver is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting and finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who brings a strong construction industry background and proven supervisory experience.

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
The Controller will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and accounting team while partnering closely with operational and executive leadership.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee the company's accounting and finance functions, including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, and cash management.Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team while establishing clear expectations and accountability.Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reporting.Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.Provide financial analysis and insight to senior leadership to support business decisions.Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.Oversee job costing, project accounting, work-in-progress reporting, and other construction-specific accounting functions.Partner with operations and project leadership to improve financial visibility and profitability.Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.Assist with audits and other external reporting requirements.Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, reporting, and overall efficiency.Participate in special projects and other strategic initiatives as the company continues to grow.
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller or similar leadership role.Strong construction industry accounting experience required.Proven experience supervising and developing an accounting team.Experience working for a larger organization and/or publicly traded company strongly preferred.Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and audit processes.Experience with job costing, WIP accounting, project accounting, and construction financial reporting preferred.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to work effectively with both accounting and operational leadership.CPA or CPA candidate is a plus.Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills preferred.
Why This Opportunity?This position offers the opportunity to join an established Northern Colorado organization where the Controller will have significant visibility with leadership and play a key role in the company's continued growth. The ideal candidate will enjoy a combination of hands-on accounting leadership, team management, financial reporting, and operational partnership.
Please contact Chuck Bustos with Robert Half at 3 phone/text) for more information and / or apply here for immediate consideration! xzbcwsv You can also email chuck.bustos at roberthalf com or find me on LinkedIn ("Chuck Bustos with Robert Half")