Controller - Manufacturing Industry

Staff Financial Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401(k) benefits

Job summary

Staff Financial Group is looking for a Controller in Denver, CO to lead the accounting operations of a rapidly growing clean energy company. This role will involve oversight of financial reporting, ERP implementation, internal controls, and building a high-performing accounting team.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, a CPA, and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. The competitive salary ranges from $200,000 to $225,000 with additional equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in a high-growth environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, audits, ERP systems, and internal controls.
• Experience with manufacturing, clean energy, inventory, or project accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly close, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance.
• Lead ERP implementation and improve accounting systems, controls, and processes.
• Support audit readiness, inventory accounting, capital projects, and fixed assets.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Build scalable accounting infrastructure and help grow the finance team over time.

Skills

GAAP compliance

ERP implementation

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Job description

Controller - Manufacturing Industry - Denver, CO

Who: A fast-growing clean energy company is seeking its first dedicated accounting leader to build and scale the accounting function.

What: The Controller will own financial reporting, ERP implementation, audit readiness, internal controls, and day-to-day accounting operations.

When: Immediate opportunity to join during a major growth phase and help establish long-term finance infrastructure.

Where: Collaborative office environment partnering closely with operations, engineering, and leadership teams.

Why: This is a unique opportunity to build an accounting organization from the ground up in a mission-driven company.

Office Environment: Fast-paced, hands-on, collaborative, and entrepreneurial.

Salary: $200,000 - $225,000 plus equity, benefits, and 401(k).

Position Overview

A rapidly growing energy company is hiring a Controller to lead accounting operations and establish scalable financial infrastructure. This role will oversee close processes, financial reporting, ERP implementation, audit preparation, internal controls, inventory and project accounting, while helping build a high-performing accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Own monthly close, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance.
• Lead ERP implementation and improve accounting systems, controls, and processes.
• Support audit readiness, inventory accounting, capital projects, and fixed assets.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Build scalable accounting infrastructure and help grow the finance team over time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in a high-growth environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, audits, ERP systems, and internal controls.
• Experience with manufacturing, clean energy, inventory, or project accounting preferred.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong communication and problem-solving skills.