Growth-Driven Controller for PE-Backed Scale-Up

Korn Ferry; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry is assisting a Denver-area client in recruiting a Controller. This leadership role partners with executive leadership to strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and scalability.

The position focuses on GAAP-compliant financial reporting, budgeting, and ongoing process improvement. The role requires 8+ years of accounting experience, CPA preferred, and experience with ERP implementations or purchase accounting in a private equity-backed setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP implementations and purchase accounting in a PE environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee the general ledger and close processes.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Coordinate annual audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

Skills

Public accounting

Private equity exposure

ERP systems

CPA preferred

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Korn Ferry is assisting a Denver-area client in recruiting a Controller. This leadership role partners with executive leadership to strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and scalability.

The position focuses on GAAP-compliant financial reporting, budgeting, and ongoing process improvement. The role requires 8+ years of accounting experience, CPA preferred, and experience with ERP implementations or purchase accounting in a private equity-backed setting.