Controller

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.