Growth-Oriented Controller for Multi-Entity SMBs

ASPEN MOUNTAIN PARTNERS; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Compensation

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Sponsored Health, Dental, Vision, and

Job summary

Aspen Mountain Partners is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead financial operations across a growing portfolio of small businesses. This is not a siloed accounting role; you will move between strategic leadership and day-to-day execution as the internal financial authority.

You will manage multi-state tax compliance, cash flow, and internal controls, building scalable accounting systems to reduce reliance on external CPAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent designation strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a small business, entrepreneurial, or multi-entity environment.
• Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop.
• Strong working knowledge of C-Corp and LLC tax structures.
• Experience with multi-state tax compliance, payroll tax filings, sales and use tax, and year-end CPA support.
• Ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and build structure in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related accounting processes.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy and discipline.
• Oversee payroll processing and related payroll tax filings.
• Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and decision-ready.
• Serve as the primary internal resource for federal, state, and local tax compliance.
• Manage multi-state sales and use tax nexus tracking, filings, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive year-end workpapers for external CPA review.
• Support a smooth, organized, and timely tax season across all entities.
• Ensure compliance with local business licenses, property tax filings, and other recurring regulatory requirements.

Skills

General ledger management

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

C-Corp and LLC tax

Multi-state tax compliance

Payroll tax filings

Internal controls

Cash flow forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or Enrolled Agent designation

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Job description

Aspen Mountain Partners is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead financial operations across a growing portfolio of small businesses. This is not a siloed accounting role; you will move between strategic leadership and day-to-day execution as the internal financial authority.

You will manage multi-state tax compliance, cash flow, and internal controls, building scalable accounting systems to reduce reliance on external CPAs.