What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at CFS?
Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 Bonus
Controller - Why This Opportunity Stands Out
We are seeking a Controller for a well-established, employee-owned organization known for its stability, strong leadership team, and long-tenured employees.
This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who wants to make an impact. The Controller will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership while overseeing the day-to-day accounting function and helping drive financial strategy, reporting, and operational excellence.
Additional Highlights Include
Controller - Why This Opportunity Stands Out
We are seeking a Controller for a well-established, employee-owned organization known for its stability, strong leadership team, and long-tenured employees.
This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who wants to make an impact. The Controller will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership while overseeing the day-to-day accounting function and helping drive financial strategy, reporting, and operational excellence.
Additional 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 an outstanding reputation and strong financial performance
- Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and influence key business decisions
- Broad exposure to accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational initiatives
- Leadership role with the ability to mentor and develop a talented accounting team
- Flexible work environment with occasional work-from-home flexibility
- Lead all accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and compliance with GAAP
- Oversee annual audits, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements
- Partner with leadership to provide financial analysis, business insights, and recommendations that support organizational goals
- Drive process improvements, strengthen accounting procedures, and enhance reporting capabilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA license required
- 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership of month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes
- Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar accounting leadership role with responsibility for managing and developing staff
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, financial statement preparation, and accounting best practices
- AEC industry experience preferred; experience within project-based or professional services environments is highly valued
- Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and partner effectively with executive leadership
- High-energy, proactive leader with exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a continuous improvement mindset
Salary : $140,000 - $180,000