Controller

JK Concepts Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

JK Concepts is seeking a strategic, detail-driven Controller to lead our financial operations in Colorado and elevate the organization through improved processes, cost visibility, and proactive financial leadership.

This hands-on role is for a financial professional who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment and is ready to own and refine the systems that drive profitability, inventory control, and strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA or CMA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s accounting and finance function.
• Develop accounting team and promote accountability.
• Provide executive leadership with actionable financial insights.
• Produce monthly and annual financial statements including a monthly WIP entry with costs in excess and billings in excess balance sheet accounts.
• Create, refine, and document financial and operational processes that improve accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.
• Strengthen internal controls, inventory accounting, and ERP data integrity.
• Develop and enhance cost accounting systems, job costing models, and margin analysis to support profitable growth.
• Drive organizational change by leading process improvements, standardization, and cross‑department collaboration.
• Participate in financial forecasting and budgeting.

Skills

Accounting

Finance leadership

Cost accounting

Inventory systems

Job costing

Excel advanced

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA or CMA a plus

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

(The company is open to relocating a strong candidate)

JK Concepts is seeking astrategic, detail-driven Controllerto lead our financial operations and elevate the organization through improved processes, stronger cost visibility, and proactive financial leadership. This is a high-impact, hands‑on role for a financial professional who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment and is ready to take ownership of building and refining the systems that drive company success.

JK Concepts is a manufacturer of architectural millwork and custom cabinetry products with a 45‑year history as one of the largest custom architectural millwork providers in Colorado. JK Concepts provides concept‑to‑completion services at scale and utilizes high‑performance automated machining equipment and software alongside an experienced team of artisans, engineers, project managers, and associates to complete complex projects. The company serves various end‑markets such as hospitals, office buildings, schools, churches, retailers, restaurants, hotels, housing developments, and other sectors. JK Concepts is a portfolio company of JEB Capital Partners ("JEBCP") and is headquartered in Chicago. For more information, visit the company’s website at jkconepts.net.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s accounting and finance function
• Develop members of the accounting team, promoting accountability and improvement.
• Provide the company’s executive leadership with clear, actionable financial insights for strategic decision‑making.
• Produce accurate, timely monthly and annual financial statements, including a monthly WIP entry with costs in excess and billings in excess balance sheet accounts.
• Create, refine, and document financial and operational processes that improve accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.
• Strengthen internal controls, inventory accounting, and ERP data integrity.
• Develop and enhance cost accounting systems, job costing models, and margin analysis to support profitable growth.
• Drive organizational change by leading process improvements, standardization, and cross‑department collaboration.
• Participate in financial forecasting and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or CMA a plus).
• 2+ years of accounting experience (proficiency in QuickBooks a plus).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory systems, and job costing.
• Demonstrated ability to build/improve processes and lead organizational changes.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with leadership and operational teams.

Why Join JK Concepts

• A high‑visibility role with the authority to build processes, influence operations, and drive meaningful change.
• A strong leadership team that values integrity, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits in a stable, growing company.

JK Concepts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Colorado Anti‑Discrimination Act (CADA). JK Concepts is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all.