Vice President of Corporate Controller

Winter Services, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Winter Services LLC in Milwaukee seeks an experienced CFO/Finance Leader to oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead external audits.

The role directs core accounting functions, strengthens internal controls, supports strategic initiatives, and partners with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, mergers and growth. Strong ERP and multi-entity experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Extensive leadership experience in accounting and finance.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience managing audits, annual tax filings, and multi-entity structures.
• ERP proficiency, preferably NetSuite.
• Ability to build and lead high-performing accounting teams.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee external audits and liaison with auditors, regulators and external stakeholders.
• Oversee tax filings and engagement with external tax advisors.
• Establish, maintain, and enhance internal controls.
• Oversee core accounting functions: general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, treasury, and fixed assets.
• Drive standardization and efficiency across processes and systems.
• Lead accounting process improvement, automation, and systems enhancements.
• Partner with CFO and leadership on strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and growth.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Internal controls

Audits liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate and

timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance

with U.S. GAAP. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Oversee external audits and serve as the primary liaison with auditors,

regulators, and other external stakeholders. Oversee the preparation,

review, and coordination of annual federal, state, and local tax

filings, including partnership and corporate tax returns, Schedule K-1

reporting, and engagement with external tax advisors to ensure timely

and accurate compliance. Establish, maintain, and enhance internal

controls. Oversee all core accounting functions, including general

ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, treasury, and fixed

assets. Drive standardization and efficiency across accounting processes

and systems. Ensure timely completion of the month-end, quarter-end, and

year-end close processes. Ensure data integrity across ERP and financial

reporting systems. Oversee cash management, liquidity planning, banking

relationships, debt compliance, and treasury operations. Leadership and

Team Development Build, develop, and lead a high-performing accounting

and finance team. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous

improvement, and professional development. Provide mentorship and

succession planning within the finance organization. Lead accounting

process improvement, automation, and systems enhancement initiatives to

improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Strategic Finance

Partnership Partner closely with the CFO and senior leadership to

support strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and growth planning.

Support mergers, acquisitions, entity structuring, due diligence

activities, and post-acquisition integration efforts. Provide insights

into financial results, trends, and key performance indicators. Support

budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.

GENERAL ITEMS:

Perform other accounting and finance duties as requested.

Follow and comply with all company policies, safety requirements, and

work rules. Operate standard office equipment and maintain professional

workplace standards.

**** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 1215+ years of progressive

accounting and financial leadership experience. Strong knowledge of U.S.

GAAP, financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls.

Experience managing audits, annual tax filings, and multi-entity

accounting structures. Advanced proficiency with ERP systems, preferably

NetSuite. Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing

accounting teams. Familiarity with QuickBooks. Discretion and

trustworthiness due to frequent contact with confidential material.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sit for long periods of time Occasionally stoop, kneel

or crouch. Occasionally lift 15-20 pounds. Use hands and arms to reach

for, grasp and manipulate objects

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require occasional

weekend and/or evening work. Winter Services LLC is an equal opportunity

employer that takes pride in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

The company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair

employment practices law. Winter Services strictly prohibits and does

not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other

covered persons because of age, race, religion, color, creed,

disability, familial status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth,

breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation,

gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital

status, national origin, ancestry, veteran or military status, or any

other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.