Corporate Controller (Remote, PE exit, Big 4 and CPA)
• Remote
- Includes equity tied to a high-growth PE exit
- CPA and Big 4 experience required The Opportunity
Join a high-energy, $400M distribution leader that is aggressively capturing market share and outperforming multi-billion-dollar competitors. Following a massive financial "clean-up," the company boasts its cleanest balance sheet and records in over a decade. This is a critical leadership hire for a Private Equity-backed organization preparing for a strategic exit within the next 18 months . You will lead a talented team of 3, and serve as the technical backbone of the accounting function, with the unique opportunity to spearhead AI-driven automation solutions (fully funded) to modernize an established ERP environment. What makes this one great?!
- Compensation & Benefits
- Salary up to $250k + 25% bonus + Equity (tied to an exit)
- 100% Remote
- Growth: Significant post-exit career ops within the broader PE portfolio
- Clean financials
The Profile: "The Player-Coach" We are not looking for a delegator; we need a proactive, high-urgency leader who thrives in the "weeds." You are the right fit if you enjoy building best-in-class processes, have a "Big 4" technical foundation, and possess the grit required for a fast-paced PE environment. Core Responsibilities
- Financial Stewardship:
Ownership of all financial statements, consolidations, and technical accounting for multiple legal entities across multi-state areas.
- PE Partnership:
Interface directly with Private Equity stakeholders, providing the data and transparency needed for a successful 18-month exit strategy.
- Process Innovation:
Drive efficiencies and cost-savings across the organization; partner with the CTO to implement AI solutions within the accounting workflow.
- Operational Control:
Oversee inventory controls, cost accounting, and intercompany transactions for a complex distribution and manufacturing model.
- Mentorship:
Lead and develop a 15-person team, including a tenured Director of Accounting and a high-performing AP lead.
Required Qualifications
- CPA and Big 4 public accounting experience
- 10–15 years’ total Accounting experience
- 5+ years as a Controller
- Strong background in Manufacturing or Distribution
- PE Background: Direct experience working within a Private Equity portfolio company
- Mastery of consolidations, inventory/distribution accounting, and complex ERP systems