Controller

2 weeks ago


Minneapolis, United States GROWTH OPERATORS Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionABOUT GROWTH OPERATORS®:

Are you looking for control over your career? Do you enjoy a variety of work in multiple industries?

At Growth Operators:

  • Our purpose is to empower growth for our clients.
  • Our vision is to be the premier finance and human resources advisory firm for growing companies.
  • Our mission is to deploy our collective knowledge and expertise to propel our clients to higher levels of performance.

Our clients hire Growth Operators because we are different. Our people are experienced, industry-proven professionals that we call Growth Pros. We provide finance and human resources transformation services that empower our clients to create sustainable growth and value, and we approach our work with our sleeves rolled up. Come grow your career with us

We are seeking an experienced accounting professional with 5+ years in the Controller seat who is passionate about driving business results for mid-size businesses and delivering high quality client service.

Growth Operators is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

For more information about Growth Operators, go to www.growthoperators.com.

CONTROLLER/DIRECTOR- CLIENT FACING

The Controller/Director serves Growth Operators’ clients, typically under the direction of a Growth Operators Partner or Managing Director. Services are provided in the form of advisory services (specific projects) and outsourced services (interim or fractional roles with clients). You will be a key asset to our clients. Work performed by the Controller/Director on client engagements may include the following:

  • Advise, recommend and implement best accounting and finance practices
  • Provide oversight of all accounts, ledgers and reporting system
  • Develop and monitor accounting policies as required
  • Implement appropriate internal controls
  • Assist the Client’s accounting team, revenue, expenditures, cash, and payroll
  • Issue timely, accurate, and complete financial statements and analysis monthly and provide the management team with timely reviews of organization’s financial status
  • Assist in streamlining accounting processes and procedures post-acquisition
  • Cash and treasury management including bank reporting, cash forecasting, bank account maintenance, and banking relationship building
  • Lead and coordinate all external financial audit activities and provide recommendations for procedural improvement

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • CPA (Active or Inactive) and/or MBA preferred
  • 5+ years in the Controller seat in middle market businesses
  • 10-15+ years of progressive accounting and reporting experience
  • Experience with full-cycle accounting
  • High level of proficiency in MS Excel, various accounting and ERP systems
  • Enjoy working with multiple clients in a variety of industries
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment with clients and internal team
  • Must be able to spend substantial time in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN area for onsite client work as needed

Preferred Experience

  • Quickbooks or NetSuite experience
  • Background in mergers, acquisitions and integrations
  • Prior engagements in consulting or contract work
  • Experience working with private equity-backed companies

Note: This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, tasks, and duties that might be required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

  • This is a full-time position with some flexibility on work schedule and location.

Work Environment

  • This is a hybrid position. The work will be performed remotely, at the Growth Operators office in downtown Minneapolis, and on-site at client locations.
  • This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
  • Travel is primarily local during the business day; some out-of-town and overnight travel is expected.

Benefits

  • Growth Operators offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401k with employer match.

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