Growth-Focused Controller for Project-Based Services

Alta E&I; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career mobility

Flexible work environment

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Certifications and training

Job summary

Alta E&I, a Arizona-based multi-disciplinary professional services firm, seeks an ambitious Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting. Reporting to the CFO, you will guide the accounting team, ensure compliance, and partner with operations to scale finance systems as the company grows.

The ideal candidate blends strong technical accounting with experience in project-based services, driving process improvements and scalable reporting to support executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Enterprise and Deltek ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage monthly close processes and ensure adherence to established timelines.
• Oversee project accounting processes and revenue recognition for engineering, environmental, surveying, and testing service lines.
• Ensure contract compliance and accurate client invoicing.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Coordinate annual financial reviews and support tax accountants.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Monitor accounts receivable collections and billing performance.
• Support banking relationships and treasury management activities.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Enterprise

Deltek ERP

Job description

Alta E&I, a Arizona-based multi-disciplinary professional services firm, seeks an ambitious Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting. Reporting to the CFO, you will guide the accounting team, ensure compliance, and partner with operations to scale finance systems as the company grows.

The ideal candidate blends strong technical accounting with experience in project-based services, driving process improvements and scalable reporting to support executive leadership.