Controller at Vaco by Highspring

Vaco is searching for a Controller to help lead the financial division for a client located in Fort Collins, CO. This is a fully in office position.The Controller oversees all day-to-day accounting operations for the organization. This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of the Company’s financial records, supports monthly and annual close processes, and implements internal controls to safeguard assets. The Controller collaborates with the Financial Director and operational leaders to ensure the timely delivery of financial data that supports strategic decision-making.Responsibilities:Accounting OperationsManage the day-to-day accounting functions, including A/P, A/R, payroll, fixed assets, balance sheet and general ledger.Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.Maintain and reconcile intercompany accounts Assist with consolidated financial statements across multiple entities.Prepare and post journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and accruals.Ensure compliance with GAAP and the Company’s accounting policies and procedures.Financial Reporting & AnalysisPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.Support variance analysis against budgets and forecasts; identify opportunities to improve financial performance.Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial models.Develop and maintain internal reporting tools and dashboards to improve visibility of financial performance.Compliance & AuditSupport annual tax filings, audits, and external reviews by coordinating with external CPA firms.Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local reporting requirements.Maintain internal controls to ensure accuracy and prevent fraud or misuse of company assets.Systems & Process ImprovementSupport the implementation and optimization of accounting software, reporting tools, and automation initiatives.Identify and streamline inefficient accounting workflows.Assist with ERP, HRIS, and financial system integrations related to the Common Pay Agent structure.Leadership & CollaborationSupervise accounting staff and support professional development and cross-training.Collaborates with the Financial Director, HR, and Operations to ensure financial accuracy and policy compliance.Contribute to the development of accounting policies and procedures to ensure standardization across all entities.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior experience managing a small accounting team.Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control practices.Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks Enterprise, NetSuite, or equivalent ERP), and advanced Excel skills.Experience with multi-entity consolidation, intercompany transactions, and shared service environments preferred.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Demonstrates high level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail. The Controller oversees all day-to-day accounting operations for the organization. This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of the Company’s financial records, supports monthly and annual close processes, and implements internal controls to safeguard assets. The Controller collaborates with the Financial Director and operational leaders to ensure the timely delivery of financial data that supports strategic decision-making.Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] .Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.Privacy NoticeVaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs.With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.