Strategic Controller - Multi-Brand Finance Leader

Ruby+Suede; Savage (MN); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance — Company pays 100%of

Health Savings Account

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

401K + Company Matching

8 Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Employee Discount Programs

Paid Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Highmark Companies is seeking a Controller to own the accounting function across its growing family of brands, including Ruby+Suede. You will lead consolidated financial reporting, month-end close, and ensure job-cost accuracy for multiple entities.

As the top accounting leader reporting to the COO, you will manage cash, controls, AR/AP, and coordinate audits while guiding a skilled team toward scalable processes and strategic financial analysis for decision-making.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience, with Controller or Assistant Controller roles preferred.
• Experience in construction, home-services, or project-based accounting is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with construction ERP systems and multi-entity consolidations.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to turn data into decision-ready insight.
• Ability to lead a team and drive accountability across the finance function.

Responsibilities

• Own the close across all Highmark entities, including consolidations and inter-company transactions.
• Produce financial statements, management reporting, and KPI dashboards used by leadership.
• Own job costing and WIP reporting, addressing under-billings to protect cash flow and margins.
• Oversee cash flow, AP/AR, payroll accounting, and internal controls.
• Own AR aging and DSO reporting, coordinating with sales and operations as needed.
• Lead the accounting staff, mentoring and developing talent.
• Ensure compliance with sales/use tax, 1099s, audits, and external audits.
• Refine accounting processes and systems (Sage 300 CRE) to improve speed and accuracy.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cash planning for CEO/COO analyses.

Skills

Excel proficiency

People leadership

Financial analysis

Integrity and judgment

Management of accounting teams

Education

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

CPA

MBA

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Sage Intacct

Job description

Highmark Companies is seeking a Controller to own the accounting function across its growing family of brands, including Ruby+Suede. You will lead consolidated financial reporting, month-end close, and ensure job-cost accuracy for multiple entities.

As the top accounting leader reporting to the COO, you will manage cash, controls, AR/AP, and coordinate audits while guiding a skilled team toward scalable processes and strategic financial analysis for decision-making.