Controller

Job Description

Job Description

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.