Controller

Industry: Private Equity-backed Industrial Distribution Company Role: Controller Salary: $175,000 - $200,000Location: Remote (must be USA based - travel required)About the role: A rapidly growing, multi-entity operating platform is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting function during a period of sustained expansion and frequent business acquisitions. This role will be responsible for ensuring strong financial discipline while supporting ongoing structural change as new operating units are added.The Controller will oversee all core accounting activities and ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable standards across a portfolio of businesses. In addition to managing day-to-day operations, the role will be heavily involved in integration efforts, standardizing processes and systems to support long-term scalability.Working closely with senior finance leadership, the Controller will help manage financial close processes, reporting, audit and tax coordination, and acquisition-related accounting activities. This position requires a balance of hands-on execution, people leadership, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, transaction-oriented environment.This opportunity is well suited for an experienced accounting leader who enjoys building infrastructure, strengthening controls, and guiding teams through periods of change while maintaining high standards of accuracy and reliability.Responsibilities:Lead overall accounting operations across multiple business units, including close, reporting, payables, receivables, and cash managementMaintain consistent accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures across the organizationOversee monthly and annual close processes, with a focus on improving efficiency and reliability over timeSupport accounting work related to acquisitions, including opening balances, integration activities, and coordination with external advisorsPrepare regular financial reporting and cash flow analysis for internal stakeholdersManage banking relationships and ensure appropriate controls and access governancePartner with finance leadership on system selection, ERP usage, and reporting enhancementsCoordinate audit, tax, and compliance activities to ensure timely and accurate submissionsDevelop and manage a scalable chart of accounts and consolidation structureIdentify accounting risks and integration priorities following transactionsHire, train, and mentor accounting staff, fostering accountability and technical proficiency Background & Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA requiredSignificant progressive experience in accounting leadership roles with responsibility for close, reporting, and controlsExposure to acquisition activity and post-transaction integration required.Experience in operationally complex, transaction-heavy environments such as distribution, industrials, or manufacturingStrong understanding of core accounting areas including inventory, revenue recognition, working capital, and cost accountingHands-on experience with ERP systems and multi-entity reportingDemonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholdersHigh standards of integrity, attention to detail, and ownership mindsetEqual Opportunity NoticeHighspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com .Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.Representation NoticeBy submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client.Privacy NoticeVaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.Residents of all other states may access our policies here.Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here.Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.Pay Transparency NoticeDetermining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:· the individual's skill sets, experience and training;· licensure and certification requirements;· office location and other geographic considerations; and· other business and organizational needs.With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).