Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting organization in Salt Lake City, Utah and ensure reliable, timely, and insightful financial reporting across the business. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide the close cycle, and maintain strong compliance and control practices while supporting executive and board-level reporting needs. The Controller will also partner across finance and operational teams to improve processes, strengthen visibility into financial performance, and help advance key business initiatives.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the full accounting function, including general ledger activity, payables, receivables, payroll accounting, bank reconciliations, and the preparation of consolidated financial results.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to deliver complete and accurate reporting supported by meaningful analysis and review.
• Produce and evaluate financial statements, leadership reporting materials, and board-facing deliverables for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate group and intercompany reporting obligations, ensuring consolidation entries and submissions are prepared accurately and on schedule.
• Act as the primary liaison for external auditors and lead the annual audit from planning and fieldwork through final issuance.
• Enhance internal controls by improving reconciliations, documentation standards, review procedures, and consistency across accounting processes.
• Ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, regulatory obligations, and internal reporting expectations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting workflows, partnering with finance and digital teams on process improvements and reporting enhancements.
• Provide oversight of treasury-related accounting and collaborate with FP& A and business leaders to improve cash visibility, reporting discipline, and operational accountability.
• Lead and develop the accounting team, fostering a results-oriented environment focused on ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional partnership.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience leading accounting operations in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Strong background in financial reporting, close management, and oversight of general ledger activities.
• Knowledge of audit practices and experience managing external audit relationships effectively.
• Prior experience with a Big 4 accounting firm is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to build, coach, and lead high-performing accounting teams.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, compliance requirements, and accounting policy governance.
• Experience improving accounting processes, increasing automation, and enhancing reporting quality.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to partner effectively across finance and business functions.

Compensation

$180,000.00-$220,000.00 Yearly

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