Position Summary
Mesa Systems is seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function and serve as a key business partner to the CFO and leadership team. The Controller will oversee financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, compliance, and process improvement initiatives across a multi-entity organization.
This role is ideal for a strategic yet operational finance leader who can manage a high-performing accounting team while driving accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Reporting
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and management reports.
- Analyze financial performance and communicate key insights to leadership.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
- Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic initiatives.
Accounting Operations
- Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, tax compliance, and fixed assets.
- Ensure proper revenue recognition and job costing practices across business units.
- Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Maintain financial records and ensure data integrity across accounting systems.
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Coordinate and support annual financial statement audits and tax reporting.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
- Monitor risk and recommend process improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
- Establish performance expectations and accountability measures.
- Promote a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with operational leaders to improve financial understanding throughout the organization.
Process Improvement & Systems
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
- Support ERP, reporting, and technology initiatives.
- Drive standardization and best practices across multiple locations and business units.
- Develop KPIs and dashboards that improve visibility into financial performance.
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
- 5+ years of experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leader.
- Demonstrated experience within organizations exceeding $150 million in annual revenue.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Proven experience leading monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for multi-entity organizations.
- Experience managing audits, tax compliance, treasury activities, and financial statement preparation.
- Advanced proficiency with ERP systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel.
- Experience building, developing, and managing accounting teams.
- Excellent analytical, leadership, project management, and communication skills.
Preferred
- CPA designation strongly preferred.
- Experience in transportation, logistics, moving, warehousing, distribution, construction, or other project-based service industries.
- Multi-state and multi-entity accounting experience.
- Experience supporting acquisitions, integration activities, or significant organizational growth.
- Experience leading ERP implementations, accounting system conversions, or major process improvement initiatives.
