Controller

I'm hiring for my client, a fast-growing, private equity-backed organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function during an exciting period of growth and transformation.This is a highly visible leadership role overseeing the entire accounting department, partnering closely with executive leadership, and driving process improvements across a multi-entity organization.What You'll Be DoingLead all accounting operations, including GL, AP, AR, month-end close, and financial reportingOversee a team of accounting professionals and foster a high-performance cultureEnsure GAAP compliance and maintain strong internal controlsLead annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditorsManage lease accounting (ASC 842)Support M&A activity, integrations, and strategic growth initiativesDrive ERP, system, and process improvement projectsPartner with leadership to improve reporting, scalability, and operational effectivenessWhat We're Looking For10+ years of progressive accounting experiencePrior Controller experience with oversight of a full accounting departmentStrong technical accounting and financial reporting backgroundASC 842 lease accounting expertiseExperience leading external auditsMulti-entity experience requiredProven leadership and team development skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environmentCPA strongly preferred; MBA is a plusPreferred BackgroundMid-sized organizations where you've had broad accounting ownershipPrivate equity-backed environmentsM&A exposureERP implementation experienceInventory accounting experience