Controller at IKON Landscape

People Solutions Center; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

IKON Landscape, a premier landscaping company, seeks a Controller to build accounting processes, controls, and reporting as the first financial leader in the organization.

The successful candidate will own close processes, develop budgets and cash flow projections, and support growth through strategic financial stewardship supporting high-end residential projects. This role requires strong communication with operations and leadership, turning numbers into actionable insights across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 5+ years progressive accounting/finance experience in growing business.
• GAAP-compliant financial reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the general ledger and month-end close processes.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and KPI reporting.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A activities.
• Analyze gross margin, COGS, pricing, and profitability.
• Manage AP/AR, payroll, vendor relationships.
• Oversee audits, tax filings, and external relationships.

Skills

Accounting

GAAP

Forecasting

Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Aspire

Job description

IKON Landscape is a premier landscaping company specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of high-quality outdoor spaces for high-end residential properties. Known for innovative, sustainable solutions and exceptional attention to detail, IKON has built a strong reputation for delivering beautiful, functional landscapes and outstanding client experience.

This isn't just another Controller role. We're looking for someone who has experience stepping into an organization as its first Controller-stone who thrives on building from the ground up by creating accounting processes, establishing financial controls, improving reporting, continuing to develop IKON's budget and cash flow projections, and laying the financial foundation that will support the organization's continued growth and success.

Controller Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation structure including a base salary of $120,000 to $140,000 (based on experience). We also offer a strong benefits package including paid vacation, paid holidays, medical insurance, 401K (3% match).

Controller Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally in a Controller role for a growing business in landscaping, construction, or a related field.
• Experience with close and compliance processes, budgeting/forecasting, internal controls, job costing, KPIs, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
• Experience managing A/P, A/R, general ledger, and payroll.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort with accounting/ERP systems (Aspire).
• Strong communication skills; able to translate numbers into actionable business insights.

Controller Responsibilities:

• Own the general ledger and lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
• Prepare and deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow), management reporting, variance analysis, and KPI reporting to executive leadership.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, gross margin, cost of goods sold (COGS), pricing, and product profitability to inform business decisions.
• Partner with operations, sales & leadership teams to drive cost efficiency, pricing strategy and profitability.
• Oversees accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), billing/invoicing, collections, vendor management, inventory and production cost accounting, and business insurance management.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital, banking relationships and financing arrangements.
• Implement and maintain strong accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including sales tax, use tax, and payroll tax filings.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and relationships with external firms and advisors.
• Support strategic initiatives such as expansion, new product launches, capital investments, and system or ERP implementations.
• Continuously improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and data accuracy as the business scales.
• Manage Bookkeeper and accounting staff; coach, grow and develop the finance team.

Location: Sandy, Utah 84070