Corporate Controller

Company Overview:Our client is a private equity-backed, national business services platform that is executing an aggressive acquisition strategy and investing heavily in building a scalable finance organization. Backed by an experienced sponsor and with multiple acquisitions already completed, the company is entering its next phase of growth and is seeking a Corporate Controller to help build the accounting infrastructure that will support that expansion.Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this is the senior-most accounting position within the organization. The Corporate Controller will serve as a strategic business partner to the CFO while leading technical accounting, financial reporting, acquisition integration, internal controls, and accounting operations across a growing multi-entity platform. This position also offers a direct growth pathway to a VP of Finance position as the company continues to grow and scale while developing the team around them.This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys building processes, leading teams, partnering on acquisitions, and helping shape the future of a high-growth organization.Position Summary:The Corporate Controller will own the company's accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, efficient close processes, strong internal controls, and successful financial integration of acquired businesses. This individual will play a critical role in supporting continued growth through acquisitions while helping modernize finance processes, leverage technology, and build a scalable accounting organization.The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting knowledge with a builder's mindset and enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where they can influence both strategy and execution.Key Responsibilities:Lead all corporate accounting operations, including the monthly close, financial reporting, and multi-entity consolidations.Oversee purchase accounting for acquisitions, including opening balance sheets, goodwill, intangible assets, and post-close accounting.Lead the financial integration of acquired businesses, including chart of accounts alignment, accounting policy standardization, ERP integration, and process improvements.Develop and maintain technical accounting policies while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and evolving business requirements.Establish scalable internal controls, accounting procedures, and documentation to support continued organizational growth.Partner closely with the CFO on acquisition due diligence, quality of earnings support, lender reporting, and strategic finance initiatives.Own the finance administration of the company's NetSuite environment while identifying opportunities for automation, workflow improvements, and AI-enabled efficiencies.Manage treasury operations, including banking relationships, payment controls, cash application, and related accounting activities.Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.Serve as a trusted business partner across finance, operations, executive leadership, and external advisors.Desired Qualifications & Background:10 years of progressive accounting experience with at least three years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar accounting leadership role.CPA preferred but not requiredStrong technical accounting background, including hands-on purchase accounting (ASC 805) and post-acquisition financial integration.Demonstrated success building accounting processes, strengthening internal controls, and improving close efficiency.Prior experience within a private equity-backed, acquisitive, or other high-growth environment strongly preferred.Experience with NetSuite or comparable mid-market ERP systems.Strong leadership, communication, and business partnering skills with the ability to operate in a hands-on environment. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Kannapolis, NC, US Hybrid Professional Services - Law Firms & Legal Services Vaco $ 150000.00 - 200000.00 yearly direct hire