Portfolio Controller—Black Cliffs Partners—Salt Lake City, UT

Path Ihc; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Cliffs Partners is a Salt Lake City-based private equity firm seeking a Private Equity Controller to manage the financial close, reporting, and accounting operations across multiple portfolio companies. You will lead a growing accounting team, enhance controls, and partner with executives on strategic initiatives.

The role emphasizes GAAP-compliant reporting, process improvements, and collaboration with CFO and leadership on acquisitions, integrations, and financing activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience managing accounting operations and month-end close processes.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple operating companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Review financial statements and account reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members across the portfolio.
• Improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and operational support.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate external audits, tax reporting, lender reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Support acquisition due diligence, purchase accounting, and post‑acquisition integration activities.
• Standardize accounting policies and reporting practices across portfolio companies.
• Evaluate and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Work closely with the CFO and Executive Team on special projects and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Private Equity Controller Black Cliffs Partners UT

Salt Lake City, UT, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1200

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually

Location: Salt Lake City, UT Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

Black Cliffs Partners is a boutique private equity firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah, focused on acquiring and growing established middle‑market and lower middle‑market companies. We work closely with management teams to drive growth, improve operations, and create long‑term value through strategic support in sales, marketing, finance, operations, real estate, capital investment, and M&A. Backed by decades of industry experience, we are committed to building strong partnerships and delivering exceptional results for our portfolio companies and investors.

What You'll Do

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple operating companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Review financial statements and account reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members across the portfolio.
• Improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and operational support.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate external audits, tax reporting, lender reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Support acquisition due diligence, purchase accounting, and post‑acquisition integration activities.
• Standardize accounting policies and reporting practices across portfolio companies.
• Evaluate and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Work closely with the CFO and Executive Team on special projects and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience managing accounting operations and month‑end close processes.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred

• CPA designation.
• Experience in a multi‑entity or multi‑location environment.
• Experience working with private equity, family office, or holding company structures.
• Experience supporting acquisitions and post‑acquisition integrations.
• Experience with ERP implementations or accounting system optimization.

Who Thrives Here

• Enjoy solving problems and improving processes.
• Take ownership and follow through.
• Prefer action over bureaucracy.
• Can operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Like variety and exposure to multiple businesses.
• Are willing to roll up your sleeves and work in the details when needed.

Why Join Us

• Work directly with executive leadership and company ownership.
• Broad exposure to multiple businesses and industries.
• Significant opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
• Involvement in acquisitions, integrations, and strategic projects.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on results.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact across a portfolio of growing businesses while continuing to develop as a finance leader, we'd love to hear from you.