Acquisition‑Driven Controller | Build Scalable Finance

Elite Placement Group, LLC; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Annual performance bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Elite Placement Group, LLC is seeking a hands-on Controller to shape the accounting function for a growing, acquisition-driven platform. You will lead financial reporting, month-end close, and internal controls while partnering with operations and executives.

You’ll own cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and the rollout of scalable processes as the company expands across locations. PE-backed dynamics and ERP integration experience are valued, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Senior accounting/finance leadership in a multi-location services or commercial business.
• Experience building scalable processes and supporting acquisition integration.
• Strong cash flow, financial controls, and lender-management experience.
• Comfort working in an entrepreneurial environment with evolving priorities.
• Private equity and ERP implementation experience valued.
• Able to travel, on occasion (nationally).

Responsibilities

• Accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and internal controls
• Cash management, working capital, budgeting, and forecasting
• Standardizing processes and integrating newly acquired businesses
• Developing reporting and KPIs that help local operators understand profitability
• Managing banking relationships, lender reporting, and outside accounting partners
• Building and developing the accounting team as the company grows

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP / financial reporting

Cash flow management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Elite Placement Group, LLC is seeking a hands-on Controller to shape the accounting function for a growing, acquisition-driven platform. You will lead financial reporting, month-end close, and internal controls while partnering with operations and executives.

You’ll own cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and the rollout of scalable processes as the company expands across locations. PE-backed dynamics and ERP integration experience are valued, with travel as needed.