High Country Search Group
Controller – Mission-Driven | Growth-Oriented | Multi-State Environment
High Country Search Group, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Controller – Mission-Driven | Growth-Oriented | Multi-State Environment
Controller – Mission-Driven | Growth-Oriented | Multi-State Environment
High Country Search Group provided pay range
This range is provided by High Country Search Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from High Country Search Group Partner, Accounting & Finance Permanent Placement Recruiter in Denver, CO - 720.221.5403
Our client is a growing, private equity-backed organization in the specialized education and behavioral health services space is seeking a Controller to lead its financial accounting function from its Denver office. With operations across 15+ states and a deeply mission-focused approach, the company is in a dynamic phase of expansion, integration, and infrastructure development. This is a high-impact opportunity to step into a leadership role during a period of rapid growth and acquisition—while contributing to a meaningful mission. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of five accountants responsible for AP, AR, and month-end close processes Produce and present monthly GAAP-compliant financial statements to private equity stakeholders Serve as a strategic finance partner to executive leadership and department heads, driving systems modernization and workflow automation Implement financial systems (e.g., NetSuite and Concur) to improve efficiency and scale operations Drive accounting systems improvements and post-acquisition integration of new business units Support all phases of M&A activity, including funding, integration, and preparation of closing statements for legacy owners Prepare and submit monthly lender financial packages, and serve as primary contact for lender-related inquiries Oversee all core accounting functions: general ledger, AP/AR, cash management, fixed assets, and revenue recognition Ensure compliance with state-specific education and funding regulations Act as point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors, ensuring timely, accurate completion of audits and annual filings Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred) 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller-level leadership role Experience in multi-entity, multi-state environments—ideally within education, healthcare, or human services Background in
public accounting
is a plus Experience in PE-backed or high-growth environments highly desirable Strong ERP and system integration skills (NetSuite, Oracle, UKG, Concur, or similar) Deep understanding of GAAP, audit readiness, and internal controls Demonstrated ability to build and scale accounting operations in complex, fast-paced settings Strong communicator and cross-functional collaborator with a process-oriented mindset Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Professional Services and Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at High Country Search Group by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Marketing Controller” roles.
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Controller – Mission-Driven | Growth-Oriented | Multi-State Environment
High Country Search Group provided pay range
This range is provided by High Country Search Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from High Country Search Group Partner, Accounting & Finance Permanent Placement Recruiter in Denver, CO - 720.221.5403
Our client is a growing, private equity-backed organization in the specialized education and behavioral health services space is seeking a Controller to lead its financial accounting function from its Denver office. With operations across 15+ states and a deeply mission-focused approach, the company is in a dynamic phase of expansion, integration, and infrastructure development. This is a high-impact opportunity to step into a leadership role during a period of rapid growth and acquisition—while contributing to a meaningful mission. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of five accountants responsible for AP, AR, and month-end close processes Produce and present monthly GAAP-compliant financial statements to private equity stakeholders Serve as a strategic finance partner to executive leadership and department heads, driving systems modernization and workflow automation Implement financial systems (e.g., NetSuite and Concur) to improve efficiency and scale operations Drive accounting systems improvements and post-acquisition integration of new business units Support all phases of M&A activity, including funding, integration, and preparation of closing statements for legacy owners Prepare and submit monthly lender financial packages, and serve as primary contact for lender-related inquiries Oversee all core accounting functions: general ledger, AP/AR, cash management, fixed assets, and revenue recognition Ensure compliance with state-specific education and funding regulations Act as point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors, ensuring timely, accurate completion of audits and annual filings Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred) 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller-level leadership role Experience in multi-entity, multi-state environments—ideally within education, healthcare, or human services Background in
public accounting
is a plus Experience in PE-backed or high-growth environments highly desirable Strong ERP and system integration skills (NetSuite, Oracle, UKG, Concur, or similar) Deep understanding of GAAP, audit readiness, and internal controls Demonstrated ability to build and scale accounting operations in complex, fast-paced settings Strong communicator and cross-functional collaborator with a process-oriented mindset Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Professional Services and Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at High Country Search Group by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Marketing Controller” roles.
Denver, CO $187,000.00-$250,000.00 3 weeks ago Englewood, CO $180,000.00-$260,000.00 2 weeks ago Demand Generation Marketing Manager - Sterilization and Disinfection Control
Lakewood, CO $100,000.00-$120,000.00 2 weeks ago Denver, CO $125,000.00-$135,000.00 2 days ago Denver, CO $125,000.00-$135,000.00 2 days ago Internal Audit Manager, Broker Dealer/Asset Management
Tax Manager, Asset Management (Remote Option)
Tax Manager, Asset Management (Remote Option)
Tax Senior Manager, Asset Management - Flow-Thru (Remote Option)
Tax Senior Manager, Asset Management - Flow-Thru (Remote Option)
Financial Services-Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Manager-EDGE client aligned
Englewood, CO $103,600.00-$189,700.00 1 week ago Financial Services-Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Manager-EDGE client aligned
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