Strategic Controller - Multi-Entity Finance Leader

Mesa; South Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Systems seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function, partner with the CFO, and drive accuracy across multiple entities. You will manage financial reporting, close processes, and internal controls while guiding a high‑performing accounting team.

The role emphasizes close collaboration with executives on budgeting, forecasts, and strategic initiatives, ensuring tax compliance and ERP systems optimization across locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• 5+ years as Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leader.
• Experience with multi-entity organizations and $150M+ revenues.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience closing monthly/quarterly/annual books for multi-entity firms.
• Audits, tax, treasury, and financial statement preparation experience.
• AdvancedERP and Excel skills; proven team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze performance and communicate insights to leadership.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and company policies.
• Partner with CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Oversee GL, AP, AR, payroll, tax compliance, and fixed assets.
• Maintain data integrity across accounting systems.
• Develop strong internal controls and coordinate audits.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Drive process improvements and ERP/system initiatives.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Team development

Education

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

CPA designation preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Mesa Systems seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function, partner with the CFO, and drive accuracy across multiple entities. You will manage financial reporting, close processes, and internal controls while guiding a high‑performing accounting team.

The role emphasizes close collaboration with executives on budgeting, forecasts, and strategic initiatives, ensuring tax compliance and ERP systems optimization across locations.