Controller

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a hands-on Controller for a well-established manufacturing organization in Colorado Springs. As the Controller you will own the financial narrative while directly influencing operations, compliance, and decision-making. For professionals who enjoy building structure, leading teams, and partnering across the business, this role offers both stability and the ability to make an immediate impact.

What you’ll own

• Oversee and review monthly financials (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Lead and develop a team across AP, AR, invoicing, payroll/HR, and Assistant Controller functions
• Support financial operations across multiple entities/subsidiaries
• Drive month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensure compliance across all financial functions:
• Taxes and filings
• Monthly/quarterly reporting
• Insurance and benefits administration
• Partner with leadership on cost accounting, job costing, and operational visibility
• Play a key role in hiring, training, and strengthening the accounting function

What tends to make someone successful here

• Strong foundation in financial statement preparation and ownership
• Experience in manufacturing environments (cost accounting, job costing, inventory-driven business)
• Ability to balance hands-on execution with team leadership
• Comfort operating in a fully onsite, high-accountability environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• ~4+ years of experience preparing full financial statements and managing close
• Experience with:
• Job costing / cost accounting
• AP, AR, invoicing, and collections
• Balance sheet reconciliations and audit support
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)
• ERP experience preferred; QuickBooks Desktop a plus
• Prior manufacturing experience required