Division Controller - Private Equity – Base / Bonus / Significant Equity

Carter Mackenzie International; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services firm seeks a Division Controller in Denver, CO. This pivotal role involves overseeing financial reporting, managing the monthly close process, and optimizing cost controls. The ideal candidate will bring comprehensive accounting expertise alongside a hands-on, process improvement mindset, contributing to a dynamic environment and innovative growth initiative.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience, including 3-5 years in public accounting.
• Background in construction or job-cost environments preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple entities and consolidate financial results.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance and operational teams.
• Drive financial accuracy and visibility within a growing multi-entity environment.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Collaboration

Process improvement

ERP systems

P&L ownership

Education

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Confidential Opportunity : Division Controller

Location : Denver, CO area | Full-time | Construction Services

We are currently partnering with a leading construction services company to identify an experienced Division Controller for a national, private equity-backed business.

Key Responsibilities :

The ideal candidate will report directly to the Corporate Controller and serve as the primary accounting lead for one of the company’s core business segments. The role includes full responsibility for managing the monthly close process, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining cost discipline at the project level. This position requires a strong command of accounting operations, cost accounting, and ERP systems, as well as the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with finance and operational teams. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach, a commitment to process improvement, and the ability to drive financial accuracy and visibility within a growing, multi-entity environment.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

• 10+ years of progressive experience, with 3–5 years in public accounting (CPA preferred)
• Background in construction, residential services or other job-cost environments preferred
• Prior experience managing and streamlining the full close process and owning a P&L
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple entities and consolidate financial results
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, margin analysis, and operational P&L ownership
• Experience with NetSuite is preferred; experience in ERP optimization or implementation is a plus

Why You Should Apply :

This role offers a unique opportunity to join an innovative, growth-focused organization that is making a significant impact. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone seeking a new challenge in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Depending on experience, the company will offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary between $150K - $175K, an annual discretionary cash bonus of 20%-30%, and significant equity.

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Controller Private Equity • Denver, CO, United States