Corporate Controller

The Kostelic Agency; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading private equity-backed company in transportation and logistics seeks a Corporate Controller in Phoenix, AZ. This role offers a path to CFO, overseeing financial operations and leading regional controllers in a high-growth environment. Join a dynamic team and drive transformative results while earning significant equity and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Proven ability to lead multi-location teams.
• Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP and revenue recognition.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations and oversee four regional controllers.
• Ensure U.S. GAAP compliance in corporate accounting operations.
• Optimize financial systems and processes for rapid growth.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Active CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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$175,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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Job Title: Corporate Controller (path to CFO)

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Compensation: Up to $200K base + performance bonus + equity

The Kostelic Agency is exclusively conducting a search for a private equity-backed leader in transportation and logistics services, offering a rare opportunity for a visionary CPA to join a rapidly scaling organization as a Corporate Controller. With $150M in FY2024 revenue and an ambitious trajectory to reach $500M by ~2030 through strategic acquisitions (roughly 4 annually), this company is redefining its industry with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and operational efficiency. For an exceptional leader who drives transformative results, this role offers a potential path to the CFO position following a future exit in approximately 5–7 years.

In this high-impact, hands-on role, you’ll lead financial operations, oversee four regional controllers, and drive the financial strategy for a high-growth business. You’ll spearhead acquisition integrations, optimize financial systems, and play a pivotal role in preparing for an exit down the road.

This is more than a job—it’s a career-defining opportunity to shape the financial future of a market leader. You’ll work closely with a dynamic CFO and operations team, mentor a talented group of regional controllers, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment that champions growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of corporate accounting operations, including financial reporting, general ledger, AR/AP, payroll, and cash flow management, ensuring U.S. GAAP compliance.
• Lead revenue recognition and purchase price allocations for acquisitions, integrating new entities into financial systems and processes.
• Mentor and develop four regional controllers across multiple locations, fostering accountability and scalability without “jumping in” to perform their tasks.
• Optimize financial systems and processes, enhancing automation and AR collections to support rapid growth.
• Act as a visible financial leader, collaborating with operations and the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and data room.
• Implement and enforce robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure audit readiness.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong preference for public accounting roots (Big 4 or similar).
• Active CPA designation (required) with deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, revenue recognition, and complex audits.
• Proven ability to lead multi-location teams and manage financial integrations in a high-growth or PE-backed environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus, but training will be provided.
• Exceptional leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with a hands-on approach and strategic vision.

Why This Role?

Join a collaborative, growth-oriented team where your expertise will drive transformative acquisitions and position you for a potential CFO role. Surrounded by top-tier professionals in a PE-backed environment, you’ll have the chance to earn significant equity and make a lasting impact on an industry leader poised for a $500M milestone by ~2030. With comprehensive benefits, a performance-based bonus, and a clear career trajectory, this is an opportunity to accelerate your career and redefine financial leadership.

Interested applicants can apply directly to this posting or email us to arrange a confidential conversation: [e-mail].

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  Director

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