Onsite Controller - Own the Close & Lead Finance Team

SkyWater Search Partners; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Search Partners is partnering with a mission-driven organization in St. Paul to recruit a Controller who will own the accounting function and partner across the organization.

The role demands hands-on leadership of the month-end and year-end close, financial statement integrity, and oversight of audits and compliance. Based in the Minneapolis area, this position requires onsite presence (3 days a week) and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Must have run month-end and year-end close start to finish.
• Hands-on ownership of financial statements, audits and compliance (sales/use tax, 401(k), 1099s).
• Experience managing accounting staff and leading a small team.

Responsibilities

• Own the accounting function and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Lead audits, compliance efforts, and regulatory filings.

Skills

Month-end close

Year-end close

Staff management

Financial statements

Audit & compliance

Job description

SkyWater Search Partners is partnering with a mission-driven organization in St. Paul to recruit a Controller who will own the accounting function and partner across the organization.

The role demands hands-on leadership of the month-end and year-end close, financial statement integrity, and oversight of audits and compliance. Based in the Minneapolis area, this position requires onsite presence (3 days a week) and a collaborative culture.