Controller

Gilder Search Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is helping a high-growth, private equity-backed company find a hands-on Controller to partner directly with the CFO as the business scales. The role will lead accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, forecasting, internal controls, and M&A integration while building scalable processes and a best-in-class finance organization.

The ideal candidate is a proven accounting leader who thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments and will play a key role in shaping

Qualifications

• Hands-on Controller overseeing accounting and reporting.
• Experience partnering with CFO in fast-paced, growth environments.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and internal controls leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
• Drive forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Oversee internal controls and M&A integration activities.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Forecasting

Internal controls

M&A integration

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

A high-growth, private equity-backed company is seeking a hands‑on Controller to partner directly with the CFO as the business continues to scale. The Controller will lead accounting, financial reporting, month‑end close, forecasting, internal controls, and M&A integration while building scalable processes and a best‑in‑class finance organization. The ideal candidate is a proven accounting leader who thrives in fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environments.