Controller

Controller

Location: New York City

Compensation: $190,000-$210,000 plus equity

About the opportunity

Piper Maddox is partnering with an exceptionally well-funded, venture-backed energy infrastructure company positioned at the intersection of two of the biggest investment themes in the US: artificial intelligence and the modernization of America's energy infrastructure.

Our client is tackling this challenge through innovative infrastructure solutions designed to support large industrial customers and enable the continued growth of America's digital economy.

With backing from some of the most respected investors in the technology sector, an accomplished founding team, and an ambitious long-term vision, this is an opportunity to join a business with the potential to become a major player in US energy infrastructure.

This is a hands-on Controller position offering the opportunity to build and lead the accounting function of a rapidly growing, capital-intensive business. As one of the earliest members of the finance organization, you will establish the accounting infrastructure needed to support expansion, project development, external financing, and increasingly complex operations.

What You'll Own

Build the Accounting Function

• Establish and oversee the general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, accounting policies, and internal controls.
• Develop scalable financial operations, including AP, vendor payments, expense management, cost centers, and coordination with external advisors.

Financial Systems and Audit

• Lead ERP selection and implementation, establishing audit-ready accounting processes and managing the company's initial financial audits.
• Improve reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and internal controls through technology, AI, and automation.

Infrastructure and Technical Accounting

• Oversee accounting for capital expenditures, construction projects, multi-entity structures, and joint ventures.
• Develop US GAAP policies for complex transactions, including construction, leases, contracts, and infrastructure financing.

Financial Planning and Business Partnership

• Establish budgeting, expenditure tracking, financial reporting, and cash flow forecasting processes.
• Partner with finance leadership and cross-functional teams on liquidity planning, capital requirements, and stakeholder reporting.

What we're looking for

Required experience

• 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Active CPA certification.
• Background in energy, infrastructure, construction, or another capital-intensive industry.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations.
• Experience evaluating, selecting, or implementing ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of project accounting, capital expenditures, and financial reporting.

Highly desirable

• Experience building or scaling an accounting function in an early-stage or high-growth business.
• Background in energy, power, utilities, or major infrastructure development.
• Experience with special purpose vehicles, joint ventures, and complex consolidations.
• Knowledge of construction accounting, lease accounting, and project financing structures.
• Familiarity with FERC accounting or other specialized regulatory requirements.
• Experience with treasury operations, cash management, and lender reporting.

Interested in helping build the financial foundation of a company operating at the forefront of America's energy infrastructure transformation?

Apply to learn more about this opportunity through Piper Maddox.