Controller (Must have M&A)

Atlantic Group; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group is partnering with a private investment firm to recruit a Financial Controller who will lead financial operations across multiple portfolio companies, drive GAAP-compliant reporting, and manage post-acquisition integrations. This hands-on role requires strong M&A experience and the ability to scale finance processes in a high-growth environment.

The ideal candidate brings CPA credentials, 5+ years of leadership in accounting/finance, and a track record of roll-up or consolidation

Qualifications

• CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance leadership experience.
• Strong background in acquisitions, integrations, and multi-entity consolidations.
• Experience in private equity-backed, roll-up, or business consolidation environments.
• Knowledge of project accounting or recurring revenue models is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations for multiple portfolio companies ($25M+ combined revenue).
• Lead consolidated financial reporting and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Drive post-acquisition integrations, including ERP implementations and process improvements.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, KPI reporting, and audit coordination.
• Partner closely with executive leadership on strategic growth initiatives and future acquisitions.
• Build scalable accounting and reporting processes across growing businesses.

Skills

M&A integration

Consolidations

Multi-entity accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

KPI reporting

Audit coordination

Education

CPA

Tools

ERP software

Job description

We're partnering with a highly acquisitive private investment firm seeking a Financial Controller to support and scale multiple portfolio businesses. This is an ideal opportunity for a hands‑on finance leader with M&A integration, multi‑entity accounting, and roll‑up experience who thrives in high‑growth environments. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE M&A EXPERIENCE.

What You'll Do

• Oversee financial operations for multiple portfolio companies ($25M+ combined revenue)
• Lead consolidated financial reporting and ensure GAAP compliance
• Drive post-acquisition integrations, including ERP implementations and process improvements
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, KPI reporting, and audit coordination
• Partner closely with executive leadership on strategic growth initiatives and future acquisitions
• Build scalable accounting and reporting processes across growing businesses

What We're Looking For

• CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance leadership experience
• Strong background in acquisitions, integrations, and multi‑entity consolidations
• Experience in private equity-backed, roll‑up, or business consolidation environments
• Knowledge of project accounting or recurring revenue models is highly valued
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and drive change

Base Salary: $150K-$200K Bonus Opportunity Meaningful Equity Upside

This role offers significant visibility, direct exposure to M&A activity, and a clear path to becoming the dedicated financial leader for a rapidly scaling platform business.