Controller (Nashville)

Controller | High-Growth, PE-Backed Platform

Build the Finance Function from Day One

Are you a hands-on finance leader who thrives in high-growth environments and enjoys building infrastructure from the ground up?

We are partnering with a private equity-backed company that is transforming an insurance industry niche through proprietary technology, operational excellence, and strategic acquisitions. The organization is building a modern, fully integrated platform designed to improve efficiency, standardize operations, increase transparency, and create long-term value across a fragmented and historically underserved market.

This is a unique opportunity to join at an early stage and serve as the company's senior finance leader, reporting directly to the CEO.

The Opportunity

As Controller, you will be responsible for designing and building the finance and accounting infrastructure that supports the company's next phase of growth. You will oversee all accounting and finance operations while partnering closely with executive leadership and investors to provide the financial visibility needed to scale responsibly.

This role offers the rare opportunity to help build a best-in-class finance organization from the ground floor, with a clear path to developing and leading a larger team as the business grows.

What You'll Do

• Build and lead the company's accounting and finance infrastructure
• Establish monthly close processes, financial reporting, and management reporting packages
• Implement and manage accounting systems and chart of accounts structures
• Develop accounting policies, internal controls, and scalable financial processes
• Oversee all core accounting activities, including:
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll
• General Ledger
• Cash Management
• Bank Reconciliations
• Partner with branch-level accounting teams to ensure consistency and compliance
• Support acquisition accounting and M&A integration activities
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and operational analyses
• Provide strategic financial insights to the CEO and leadership team
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and external partners
• Assist in selecting and implementing future financial systems
• Recruit, mentor, and build a growing finance and accounting team

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA strongly preferred
• 6-10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Prior experience as a Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar finance leadership role
• Experience within insurance, financial services, professional services, or acquisition-driven organizations preferred
• Exposure to title insurance or a multi-entity/roll-up business model is highly desirable
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including:
• Financial reporting
• Revenue recognition
• Internal controls
• General accounting operations
• Experience building processes and infrastructure in a scaling organization
• Experience managing multiple legal entities and complex reporting structures
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar platforms
• Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, or transaction-related accounting activities is a plus
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with executives, investors, and board members