Controller

Controller

Location: Topeka, KS

Job Type: Full-time, In-Person

Schedule: Monday – Friday (Flexible hours available)

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Overview

Vaerus Aviation is seeking a seasoned, self-disciplined, and conscientious Controller with strong analytical skills and high ethical integrity to join our growing company. As we expand both operationally and strategically, this position plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, cash flow management, and internal accountability. The right person for this position is driven to be accurate, communicates professionally, and understands the innate pressure that can be associated with this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all internal accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll processing, and month-end close
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, forecasts, and reports for leadership
• Collaborate with the CFO on budgeting, cash flow projections, and financial strategy
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial best practices
• Support cross-functional decision-making with clean data and thoughtful insights
• Mentor and support accounting team members
• Work with ownership on high-level financial reporting as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 10 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or controller-level role
• Proficient in QuickBooks, Excel, and financial reporting tools
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Able to lead, delegate, and mentor a small accounting team
• Experience managing cash flow in a growing small business setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aviation, project-based services, or multi-entity environments
• Proven ability to improve processes, procedures, or systems
• Comfort collaborating with executive leadership and ownership

Why This Role?

This is not a “maintenance mode” controller role—this is for someone who thrives in a leadership position that blends execution, strategy, and team development. You’ll work closely with our CFO and have full visibility into all aspects of the business. If you want to grow with a values-driven company and take ownership of its financial operations during a time of transition, this role was built for you.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• 401(k) with company match
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Leadership role with autonomy and impact

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $100,000