Seeking Ambitious Financial Controller

Peoplify; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Peoplify in Carson City, Nevada is seeking a hands-on, operationally focused Controller to lead all financial operations for a fast-growing emergency response and environmental services provider.

You will manage month-end close, job cost accounting, cash flow, budgeting, and compliance, partnering with executive leadership to optimize margins and field operations finance in a 24/7, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior financial management in a relevant field.
• Experience with job cost accounting and multi-entity structures.
• CPA or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with GAAP-compliant statements.
• Oversee project-level accounting, labor/equipment tracking, and rapid billing.
• Lead cash flow management, receivables, vendor payments, and capex planning.
• Build annual budgets, project margin analyses, and rolling cash forecasts.
• Ensure Nevada tax compliance, insurance reporting, and internal controls.
• Oversee payroll, fleet accounting, and asset depreciation tracking.
• Refine field-to-office financial workflows and ERP tooling.

Skills

Senior financial management

Controller

GAAP reporting

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage

Deltek

QuickBooks Enterprise

Job description

Job Title: Confidential – Controller

Industry: Emergency Response & Specialty Environmental Services

Location: Carson City, NV (On-site)

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview

A premier, fast-growing emergency response and environmental remediation provider in Carson City, Nevada, is seeking a hands-on, operationally focused Controller. Serving public and private sector clients across Northern Nevada, our organization provides rapid-response spill containment, erosion control, and hazardous material management services 24/7.

The Controller will direct all financial operations, including month-end close, job cost accounting, working capital management, and risk compliance. This role reports directly to executive leadership and serves as a critical strategic partner in managing project margins, equipment allocations, and field operations finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Reporting: Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes; produce accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements and executive dashboards.
• Job Costing & Emergency Billing: Oversee project-level accounting, labor/equipment tracking, and rapid-billing cycles suited for high-urgency, short-turnaround field deployments.
• Cash Flow & Working Capital: Lead daily cash management, receivables, vendor payments, and capital expenditure planning.
• Budgeting & Analysis: Build annual operational budgets, project margin analyses, and rolling cash flow forecasts to support strategic growth.
• Tax & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to Nevada state and local tax requirements, commercial insurance reporting, and internal controls.
• Payroll & Fleet Operations: Oversee specialized payroll operations (including prevailing wage/certified payroll), workers' compensation reporting, and asset depreciation tracking for equipment fleets.
• System Optimization: Refine field-to-office financial workflows, inventory tracking for emergency supplies, and accounting software tools.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of senior financial management experience (Controller or Accounting Manager) within specialty contracting, environmental services, construction, or 24/7 logistics.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred).
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in industrial accounting software (Sage, Deltek, QuickBooks Enterprise, or similar ERPs) and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Core Competencies: Expert-level knowledge of job cost accounting, equipment allocation, and multi-entity or project-based financial structures.
• Attributes: Adaptable, sharp analytical mindset, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment supporting round-the-clock emergency deployments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $100,000 – $110,000 annually (commensurate with experience).
• Benefits: Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Time Off: Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

Note: Company identity and specific client operational details will be disclosed during the preliminary interview stage.