Strategic Controller for Growth & Financial Excellence

Alta EI; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Alta E&I is seeking a Controller in Arizona to lead the accounting function, reporting to the CFO, and provide strategic financial oversight for a project-based professional services company. The role partners with operations to drive growth, strengthen internal controls, and scale financial systems.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting with leadership experience, overseeing payroll, billing, and cash management across multiple service lines, including engineering and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Enterprise and Deltek ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage monthly close processes and ensure adherence to established timelines.
• Oversee project accounting processes and revenue recognition for engineering, environmental, surveying, and testing service lines.
• Ensure contract compliance and accurate client invoicing.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Coordinate annual financial reviews and support tax accountants.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Monitor accounts receivable collections and billing performance.
• Support banking relationships and treasury management activities.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Project-based accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Enterprise

Deltek ERP

Job description

Alta E&I is seeking a Controller in Arizona to lead the accounting function, reporting to the CFO, and provide strategic financial oversight for a project-based professional services company. The role partners with operations to drive growth, strengthen internal controls, and scale financial systems.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting with leadership experience, overseeing payroll, billing, and cash management across multiple service lines, including engineering and