Portfolio Controller | Private Equity Finance Leader

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

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.