Controller

Constellation Search Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Corporate Controller in Salt Lake City. The role involves overseeing all accounting activities, ensuring compliance and accurate financial reporting. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a private equity environment, and hold a relevant Bachelor's degree. This position offers a competitive salary between $160K and $180K annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, including financial reporting, internal controls, and audits.
• Experience managing accounting functions for companies with multiple entities or acquisitions.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

Netsuite

Quickbooks

Job description

Constellation Search Group provided pay range

This range is provided by Constellation Search Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Constellation Search Group is looking for a Corporate Controller for a full-time direct hire position. The Corporate Controller will oversee all accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. This role requires a proactive leader to manage the accounting functions for the company and its acquisitions, integrating processes across multiple entities while ensuring compliance with industry and private equity standards. They will support strategic decision-making by providing financial analysis and reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations for the company and acquisitions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and other standards.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Coordinate and support external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Integrate financial systems and processes across business units to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team environment.
• Support private equity owners with ad hoc financial reporting and analysis.
• Monitor and implement process improvements to optimize accounting workflows and cost management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, including financial reporting, internal controls, and audits.
• Experience managing accounting functions for companies with multiple entities or acquisitions, ideally within a private equity-backed environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to lead accounting teams and manage cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with accounting software (Netsuite and Quickbooks) and related ERP systems.
• Ability to adapt to growth and change in a dynamic environment.

A comprehensive benefits package is provided including medical, dental and vision coverage along with a retirement savings plan.

Salary Disclaimer

Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that different backgrounds and life experiences make our team better. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual preference, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care and IT System Custom Software Development