Controller
Salary: $140,000 – $180,000 + bonus
Schedule: In Office M-F, Downtown, Denver
Controller – Why This Opportunity Stands Out
We are seeking a Controller for a well-established, employee-owned organization architecture and engineering firm- recognized for its stability, strong leadership team, and long-tenured employees.
This is a highly visible leadership role for an experienced accounting professional who wants to make a meaningful impact. The Controller will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership while overseeing the day-to-day accounting function and driving financial strategy, reporting, and operational excellence.
Highlights include:
- Employee ownership through an ESOP program
- 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees + 401(k) with match
- Annual discretionary bonus opportunity
- Stable organization with a strong reputation and consistent financial performance
- Direct partnership with executive leadership and influence on key business decisions
- Broad exposure across accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational initiatives
- Leadership opportunity with the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team
- Flexible work environment with occasional work-from-home flexibility
Controller – Key Responsibilities
- Lead all accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance
- Oversee annual audits, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements
- Partner with executive leadership to deliver financial analysis, business insights, and strategic recommendations
- Drive process improvements and enhance accounting systems, procedures, and reporting capabilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and continuous improvement
Controller – Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA required
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership of close, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes
- Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager role with direct leadership responsibility
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, financial statement preparation, and accounting best practices
- AEC industry experience preferred; project-based or professional services experience highly valued
- Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and partner effectively with executive leadership
- High-energy, proactive leader with strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a continuous improvement mindset
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