Multi-Entity Controller | ASC 606 & GAAP Expert

Cobalt Service Partners; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Life and disability coverage

Professional development support

Job summary

Cobalt Service Partners is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations across its operating companies. This in-person role will drive monthly close, revenue recognition for projects, and tight job costing in a multi-entity environment.

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials, deep GAAP expertise, and strong Excel/data modeling skills. You will collaborate with operations, manage payroll and AP/AR, and help mature finance processes as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Technical accounting experience including GAAP guidance.
• Experience with project revenue recognition (ASC 606) and WIP accounting.
• ERP systems proficiency and payroll tooling knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly close and enhance speed and accuracy.
• Manage project revenue recognition, including percentage-of-completion.
• Oversee job costing and margin visibility with operations.
• Prepare EBITDA, cash flow forecasts, and key financial analyses.
• Support transition from cash to accrual accounting where applicable.
• Ensure payroll, AR/AP processing with proper controls.
• Uphold GAAP discipline across the accounting function.

Skills

Technical accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel & data modeling

Self-starter / organized

Communication

Education

CPA

Tools

ADP payroll

Mid-market ERP systems

Job description

Cobalt Service Partners is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations across its operating companies. This in-person role will drive monthly close, revenue recognition for projects, and tight job costing in a multi-entity environment.

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials, deep GAAP expertise, and strong Excel/data modeling skills. You will collaborate with operations, manage payroll and AP/AR, and help mature finance processes as the company grows.