Controller

Location: Orem, UT
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a growing and financially sophisticated organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting functions. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic accounting professional with a strong background in private equity, investment accounting, and real estate who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare and analyze accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage accounting activities related to investment portfolios, private equity transactions, and real estate holdings.
• Ensure timely reporting of investment performance, capital activity, and asset valuations.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Partner with executive leadership to support financial planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives.
• Mentor and lead the accounting team while driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance across multiple entities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Strong experience with private equity, investment accounting, and real estate accounting is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing multiple entities and complex financial structures.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills with excellent attention to detail.

Preferred Experience

• Multi-entity consolidations
• Investment fund or private equity accounting
• Commercial and/or residential real estate accounting
• Financial modeling and budgeting
• Audit coordination and regulatory compliance

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

If you're a motivated accounting leader with experience in investments, private equity, and real estate, we'd love to connect. Apply today or reach out confidentially to learn more about this opportunity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.