We’re partnering with a private equity–backed operating company that’s bringing its finance function fully in-house and hiring a Controller to lead day-to-day financial operations across a growing, multi-entity platform.

This role offers direct exposure to the CEO and private equity partners and is ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the business. You’ll step into a hands-on environment spanning retail, manufacturing, and production, with the opportunity to improve visibility, strengthen reporting, and help build the financial foundation for continued growth.

The company currently works with a fractional CFO/Controller and is ready for a dedicated finance leader to take ownership and help scale the function.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations across multiple business units

• Manage inventory, cost accounting, and production reporting

• Build and maintain 52-week modeling, budgeting, and forecasting

• Support board reporting and partner directly with the PE team

• Improve processes, controls, and financial visibility

• Work closely with a diverse team and communicate clearly with non-finance staff

Qualifications

• Controller or senior accounting leadership experience

• Strong background in manufacturing, production, or cost accounting

• Experience with financial modeling and budgeting

• Hands-on, low-ego style; strong communication skills