Controller

Kids for the Future; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lifetime Home Remodeling is seeking an experienced Controller to lead a growing accounting function from our Denver headquarters. This high-impact role reports to the CFO, oversees a 10+ person team, and drives financial discipline across the business expansion into Colorado, Arizona, and California.

You will own the close processes, provide actionable insights, and ensure robust internal controls while navigating a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership.
• Experience in construction, home remodeling, or project-based environments preferred.
• CPA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Strong GAAP knowledge, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations and a 10+ member team.
• Partner with the CFO to set financial priorities and improve processes.
• Develop staff, coach performance, and ensure accuracy.
• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual closes and financial reporting.
• Ensure GAAP-adherent reporting and assist with audits and tax filings.
• Drive automation and scalability of accounting processes.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Who We’re Looking For

Lifetime Home Remodeling is seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead our growing Accounting function from our headquarters in Denver, Colorado. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is ready to help build the financial infrastructure of a rapidly expanding organization.

The Controller will lead and develop an accounting team of 10+ professionals while working closely with the CFO and executive leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, disciplined financial processes, and actionable business insights. This role will play a critical part in supporting Lifetime’s continued expansion across Colorado, Arizona, and California.

What’s In It for You

Competitive Compensation: $150,000–$180,000 annual base salary, plus performance-based bonuses and incentives.

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; and wellness benefits including ClassPass.

401(k) with Company Match: Competitive company matching to help you invest in your financial future.

Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holidays to support a healthy work-life balance.

Leadership Opportunity: Lead and develop a 10+ person accounting team while partnering directly with the CFO and executive leadership.

High-Growth Environment: Join one of the fastest-growing home remodeling companies in the country and help build scalable financial infrastructure to support continued expansion.

Modern Headquarters: Work from Lifetime’s state-of-the-art headquarters in Denver’s Central Park area, featuring upgraded workspaces and team engagement amenities.

Culture & Team: Participate in company-sponsored activities, including ski trips, fishing expeditions, and other events organized by our Culture Committee.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Accounting department and a team of 10+ accounting professionals.
• Partner closely with the CFO to establish financial priorities, improve processes, and support company-wide decision-making.
• Develop, coach, and hold accounting team members accountable to performance and accuracy standards.
• Establish clear processes, expectations, and accountability across the accounting function.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and management reporting.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and P&L activity.
• Ensure financial reporting is accurate, consistent, and aligned with GAAP.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and reporting issues.

Financial Controls & Process Improvement:

• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve accounting processes.
• Establish scalable accounting procedures to support continued company growth.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and controls are maintained across the accounting function.

Business Partnership & Analysis:

• Partner with business leaders to understand financial performance and operational trends.
• Provide financial analysis and insights that help leadership make informed decisions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning alongside the CFO.
• Analyze business unit performance, profitability, and key financial metrics.
• Identify risks, trends, and opportunities and communicate recommendations to leadership.

Payroll, Tax & Compliance:

• Oversee accounting support for payroll and related journal entries.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners on tax filings, audits, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure appropriate accounting treatment and documentation for tax-related activity.
• Support annual financial audits and provide requested documentation and schedules.

Special Projects:

• Lead and support high-impact accounting and financial projects as directed by the CFO.
• Assist with system implementations, process redesigns, acquisitions, or other strategic initiatives as the business grows.
• Continuously evaluate the accounting infrastructure and recommend improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.

What You Need

Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with demonstrated leadership responsibility. Experience in construction, home services, remodeling, distribution, or another project-based environment is strongly preferred.

Leadership: Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage an accounting team while maintaining high standards for accuracy, accountability, and performance.

Technical Accounting: Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, internal controls, and accounting best practices.

Financial Acumen: Demonstrated ability to analyze financial performance, identify trends, and translate financial information into actionable business recommendations.

Systems & Technology: Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems. Experience improving accounting systems and processes is highly preferred.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with accounting professionals, operational leaders, executives, and external partners.

Business Mindset: Strategic thinker who can balance technical accounting requirements with the speed and demands of a rapidly growing business.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. CPA or advanced degree is a plus.

Professionalism: Highly organized, dependable, analytical, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a high-performance environment.

Physical Requirements

Work Environment: Full-time, in-office position based at Lifetime Home Remodeling’s headquarters in Denver, Colorado.

Computer Work: Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

Office Mobility: Ability to move throughout the office and participate in meetings with team members and leadership.

The Story

Lifetime Home Remodeling is one of the fastest-growing home remodeling companies in the United States, with more than $130M in annual revenue and operations spanning Colorado, Arizona, and California. Founded in 2009 by Peter Svedin, Lifetime was built on a commitment to quality products, craftsmanship, integrity, and an exceptional customer experience.

Today, Lifetime has grown into a nationally recognized remodeling organization with a rapidly expanding footprint and a portfolio of premium products across windows, siding, roofing, solar, and bath remodeling. The company has been recognized by Forbes, the Denver Business Journal, and the Better Business Bureau for its growth, performance, and commitment to excellence.

Our continued growth has created an exciting opportunity to strengthen the financial infrastructure that supports the business—and the Controller will be central to that effort.

Join Us

As Controller at Lifetime Home Remodeling, you won't simply be managing financial statements—you'll be helping build the financial foundation for one of the nation's fastest-growing remodeling companies. You'll have direct exposure to executive leadership, lead a talented accounting team, and play a critical role in creating the systems, processes, and financial discipline necessary for our next stage of growth.

If you're ready to take on a high-impact leadership role, partner directly with the CFO, develop a high-performing accounting organization, and help shape the future of Lifetime Home Remodeling, we want to meet you.