Alpha Corporation
Overview
Were hiring a
Financial Controller
to lead the financial reporting, integration, and operational oversight of a fast-growing engineering services platform. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for a hands-on finance professional with strong experience in M&A, multi-entity consolidations, and private equity environments. Backed by an operationally focused private equity sponsor, this platform is scaling rapidly through acquisitions and organic growth. The Controller will play a critical role in establishing financial controls, leading integrations, and building scalable infrastructure from the ground up. Base pay range
$163,000.00/yr - $181,000.00/yr Location and compensation
Location: Preferred in Boston or Chicago; remote considered for candidates on the East Coast or Midwest. Compensation: $120,000 $180,000 base salary + bonus + equity. This range is provided by Alpha. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financials across multiple entities in accordance with GAAP. M&A Integration: Lead post-acquisition financial integrations including ERP transitions, accounting standards alignment, and consolidation activities. KPI & Performance Reporting: Develop and deliver weekly KPI dashboards for operational leaders and investors. Cash Flow & Forecasting: Oversee cash management, liquidity planning, and forecasting across the platform. Audit & Compliance: Serve as the primary contact for audits and ensure compliance with all regulatory and tax reporting requirements. ERP & Systems Oversight: Manage ERP data workflows and financial system functionality, optimizing for automation and accuracy. Budgeting & Analysis: Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, perform variance analysis, and deliver actionable insights to executive leadership. Cost Management: Identify and recommend cost-saving initiatives across the organization. Lender & Investor Relations: Coordinate financial reporting and covenant compliance with financial institutions and equity sponsors. Payroll & Regional Finance Oversight: Supervise payroll functions and coordinate with entity-level bookkeepers and finance managers to standardize practices. Special Projects: Support M&A diligence, working capital reviews, asset valuation, and financial modeling for new transactions.
Qualifications
Must have a minimum of 5 acquisition integrations in Accounting CPA designation strongly preferred 5+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in M&A-driven or roll-up environments Expertise in GAAP, multi-entity consolidations, and project-based or construction accounting (PoC experience highly desirable) Proven success in private equity-backed or high-growth businesses Strong analytical, organizational, and systems implementation skills ERP and accounting software proficiency (QuickBooks, Microsoft Office; Sage a plus) Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach to process-building and problem-solving Strong interpersonal and communication skills across internal and external stakeholders Willingness to travel to portfolio companies as needed
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $120,000 $180,000, based on experience Performance-based bonus opportunities Equity participation Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans
Reporting
This role reports directly to the private equity sponsors leadership team and will be the first corporate-level financial hire for the platform. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
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Were hiring a
Financial Controller
to lead the financial reporting, integration, and operational oversight of a fast-growing engineering services platform. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for a hands-on finance professional with strong experience in M&A, multi-entity consolidations, and private equity environments. Backed by an operationally focused private equity sponsor, this platform is scaling rapidly through acquisitions and organic growth. The Controller will play a critical role in establishing financial controls, leading integrations, and building scalable infrastructure from the ground up. Base pay range
$163,000.00/yr - $181,000.00/yr Location and compensation
Location: Preferred in Boston or Chicago; remote considered for candidates on the East Coast or Midwest. Compensation: $120,000 $180,000 base salary + bonus + equity. This range is provided by Alpha. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financials across multiple entities in accordance with GAAP. M&A Integration: Lead post-acquisition financial integrations including ERP transitions, accounting standards alignment, and consolidation activities. KPI & Performance Reporting: Develop and deliver weekly KPI dashboards for operational leaders and investors. Cash Flow & Forecasting: Oversee cash management, liquidity planning, and forecasting across the platform. Audit & Compliance: Serve as the primary contact for audits and ensure compliance with all regulatory and tax reporting requirements. ERP & Systems Oversight: Manage ERP data workflows and financial system functionality, optimizing for automation and accuracy. Budgeting & Analysis: Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, perform variance analysis, and deliver actionable insights to executive leadership. Cost Management: Identify and recommend cost-saving initiatives across the organization. Lender & Investor Relations: Coordinate financial reporting and covenant compliance with financial institutions and equity sponsors. Payroll & Regional Finance Oversight: Supervise payroll functions and coordinate with entity-level bookkeepers and finance managers to standardize practices. Special Projects: Support M&A diligence, working capital reviews, asset valuation, and financial modeling for new transactions.
Qualifications
Must have a minimum of 5 acquisition integrations in Accounting CPA designation strongly preferred 5+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in M&A-driven or roll-up environments Expertise in GAAP, multi-entity consolidations, and project-based or construction accounting (PoC experience highly desirable) Proven success in private equity-backed or high-growth businesses Strong analytical, organizational, and systems implementation skills ERP and accounting software proficiency (QuickBooks, Microsoft Office; Sage a plus) Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach to process-building and problem-solving Strong interpersonal and communication skills across internal and external stakeholders Willingness to travel to portfolio companies as needed
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $120,000 $180,000, based on experience Performance-based bonus opportunities Equity participation Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans
Reporting
This role reports directly to the private equity sponsors leadership team and will be the first corporate-level financial hire for the platform. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
Internet News
#J-18808-Ljbffr