Controller

Position OverviewA growing, private equity-backed environmental services company is seeking a hands-on Corporate Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and a team of 3–4 accounting professionals. This individual will play a key role in supporting the company's growth through acquisitions, leading acquisition integration, and establishing scalable accounting processes.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and monthly financial close.Manage and develop a team of 3–4 accounting professionals.Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.Lead acquisition integration, including onboarding acquired businesses into the company's accounting and reporting structure.Oversee purchase accounting, purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets, goodwill, and intangible assets.Standardize accounting policies, procedures, chart of accounts, and reporting across multiple entities.Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes to support continued growth.Partner with the CFO and executive leadership on financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and acquisition activity.Coordinate annual audits and work with external accounting and tax advisors.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager experience.Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting.Experience with acquisition integration and purchase accounting.Prior experience in a private equity-backed, acquisitive, or multi-entity organization preferred.Experience managing a small accounting team.Ability to operate in a hands-on, fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.Ideal CandidateA hands-on accounting leader who has experience in a small to mid-sized, private equity-backed or acquisitive organization. The ideal candidate can manage day-to-day accounting while also driving acquisition integration, purchase accounting, and process improvements to support the company's continued growth.