Corporate Controller

Corporate Controller – High-Growth, PE-Backed Services CompanyLocation: Anaheim, CA (100% Onsite)Schedule: Monday–Friday | Flexible start times (7–4, 8–5, or 9–6)Compensation: $140,000–$160,000 base salary (DOE)Industry: Confidential | Sustainability-focused services organizationAbout the OpportunityWe are partnering with a well-established, privately held services company that has been operating successfully for several decades and is now entering an exciting new phase of accelerated growth. Backed by a committed private equity partner, the organization is scaling both organically and through acquisition, with revenue currently around $60M and a clear trajectory toward $80–100M in the near term, and significantly beyond.This is an elevated Controller role that supports growth, operational complexity, and system standardization across multiple entities and locations. The company recently invested in new leadership, a new office environment, and expanded infrastructure to support its long-term vision.If you enjoy hands-on leadership, high transaction volume, multi-entity accounting, and building scalable processes, this role offers long-term stability and meaningful impact.Why This Role Is AttractivePE-backed stability with aggressive, well-funded growth plansHigh visibility role reporting to executive leadershipOpportunity to help standardize systems and processes across multiple entitiesLead and develop a growing accounting teamFlexible work hours (onsite environment)Organization values integrity, collaboration, and long-term relationshipsKey ResponsibilitiesThe Controller will oversee all accounting operations and lead the Accounting Department (approximately 7 direct reports) reporting directly to the CFO.Core responsibilities include:Cash ManagementManage daily cash balances and bank activityOversee ACH and wire transfersSupervise AP disbursements and fund transfersSupport timely AR collections through cross-functional communicationGeneral Ledger & ClosePrepare and review journal entriesManage monthly close processReview general ledger and ensure accuracyPrepare and issue monthly financial statementsReconciliationsMonthly bank, AP, AR, and accrual reconciliationsAssist with WIP and job cost reconciliationsAudits & ComplianceCoordinate year-end audits and other required auditsEnsure accounting practices comply with internal policies and standardsSystems & Process ImprovementWork with accounting systems (QuickBooks and NetSuite)Support system improvements and process standardizationPartner with leadership to improve visibility and reporting across locationsIdeal BackgroundBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience10 years of progressive accounting experience preferredProven experience leading a full monthly closeExperience in high-volume transactional environmentsStrong multi-entity or acquisitive company experience highly preferredComfortable managing AP/AR volumes of 10,000 transactions per monthStrong Excel skillsExcellent communication and team leadership skillsCPA is a plus, not requiredTechnology EnvironmentQuickBooksNetSuiteMicrosoft Office (advanced Excel required)Team & EnvironmentLeads a team of ~7 accounting professionals including Accounting Manager, AP, AR, Credit/Collections, Treasury, Accounting Manager, etc.Approximately 85 total employees across multiple locationsCompensation & BenefitsBase Salary: $140,000–$160,000 (DOE)Medical, Dental, Vision401(k) MatchPTOHolidaysWellness Reimbursement)Who This Role Is ForThis role is ideal for a Controller who:Thrives in growth-oriented, PE-backed environmentsEnjoys building structure and scalabilityHas experience supporting leadership through growth and acquisitionsWants long-term career stability with upward trajectoryCompany DescriptionSavage Search Associates is a full service, family-owned recruitment firm supporting Executive Search, Management, Human Resources, Accounting & Finance, Sales & Marketing, Operations, Construction Management, and Administrative search projects.

Salary : $140,000 - $160,000