Strategic Controller — Public-Sector Finance & Compliance

CV Resources; New Mexico; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Resources is partnering with a well-established organization to identify a Controller who will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, audit coordination, and compliance activities.

You will lead month-end close, review journals, and collaborate with department heads to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls. This role is based in New Mexico and offers opportunities to influence financial planning in a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Experience with government, grant, nonprofit, educational, or public-sector accounting is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting and finance operations
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports
• Support annual audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Monitor internal controls and financial policies
• Support grant and contract accounting functions
• Partner with department leaders to provide financial guidance and reporting
• Maintain accounting systems and reporting tools

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Internal controls

Budgeting & forecasting

Grant & contract accounting

5+ years accounting experience

Cross-functional partnership

Education

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

Job description

CV Resources is partnering with a well-established organization to identify a Controller who will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, audit coordination, and compliance activities.

You will lead month-end close, review journals, and collaborate with department heads to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls. This role is based in New Mexico and offers opportunities to influence financial planning in a dynamic organization.