Business is thriving, CFO path opportunity. Smaller privately owned business where owner is CEO. We grew 200% from 2022 to 2024.
Ideal candidate / culture fit: you enjoy variety, you are direct, thick skinned, resilient, and have a drive for efficiency. Employees must have what the owner says is "Grit." Candidates with ambition are welcome to apply! This is very much a "blue collar" industry that we operate in.
Remote: this is an in-office position, but once trust is established there is potential for some remote work if desired.
Team Size (5): Assistant Controller, Cost Accountant, Accounting Assistant, AR Specialist, Accounting Administrative Assistant.
Compensation: We are targeting a base salary around $140k w/ 25% bonus. This bonus can be exceeded and is not capped. The range on the posting includes this bonus target. But, give us an idea of what you are looking for comp wise when you apply.
Medical plan: Regence Blue Shield of Idaho, 3 plans with $2k, $3.5k, $6k deductible.
What's cool about the opportunity: the work is dynamic, no day is the same. This position is on the Executive Team and can help drive change. COO and HR Manager are driving initiatives and employee engagement programs to help with morale and retention. A culture where "improvement ideas" are highly encouraged.
Goals: Right now, closings are at 35 days, want to get below 21 days. Help improve gross margins, and continue implementing best practices and controls.
Payroll system: ADP
Company: Around 120 employees and thoughtfully growing, you will have a DIRECT impact on the organization and quick to see the results of your efforts! At Cobalt Truck Equipment, we specialize in constructing custom, fully equipped trucks tailored to the unique needs of its clientele. Whether serving the construction, utility, or heavy equipment sectors, Cobalt has earned the trust of industry professionals who rely on their mechanics trucks, lube trucks, utility bodies, platforms, and more.
Job Overview
The Controller reports to the CEO and is responsible for direct oversight of day-to-day accounting functions, integrating finance operations, forecasting, and budgeting, handling tax matters, preparing financial reports, and ensuring organizational financial stability. This position will provide financial and accounting guidance to the organization as well as establish internal controls to ensure proper transactions and reporting are done.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provides overall leadership, direction, and accountability for the Accounting department, including staffing, performance management, training, development, and department operations.
- Prepare, analyze, and present accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and key performance metrics to executive leadership.
- Oversee all accounting and financial operations for multiple company locations, ensuring accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
- Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities, partnering with department leaders to align financial plans with organizational objectives.
- Analyze financial data, identify trends, monitor performance against budget, and provide strategic recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
- Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance. Manage all banking relationships, cash flow activities, debt obligations and other financial transactions to maintain the organization’s financial stability.
- Evaluate financial and operational risks and develop mitigation strategies to support sound business decision-making and long term growth.
- Streamline and continuously improve accounting processes, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy and scalability.
- Oversee the vehicle titling process, ensuring timely and accurate title administration and compliance with all applicable state and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial reporting, tax, licensing and regulatory requirements.
Experience
- 8+ years of controller or experience or in similar role
- BA/BS in Accounting required, MBA/MS preferred
- CPA designation preferred
- Proven experience in finance management
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to stakeholders.
- Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to develop, mentor, and lead high-performing teams.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, fostering collaboration across departments and organizational levels.
- Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, internal controls, and GAAP, supported by a strong accounting background.
- Audit experience strongly preferred, including experience working with external auditors and managing audit processes.
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, internal controls, and risk management practices.
- Advanced proficiency in accounting and ERP systems, with expert-level Microsoft Excel skills and experience leveraging financial reporting tools.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable business insights.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fastpaced environment.
- High level of integrity, professional judgment, and commitment to confidentiality and ethical financial practices.
Thank you for your interest! When you apply, please be prepared to answer questions that will take about 5-10 minutes to answer.
Pay: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What types of positions have you directly supervised, and for about how long?
- Annual revenues - what types of revenue have you accounted for? We are trending around $28M for 2026.
- What are 3 words that you feel best describes your leadership style, or personality, or both?
- What ERP systems have you worked with the most?
- Did you see the range on the posting, and read the compensation details in the posting? What are you looking for compensation wise?
- Anything else you want us to know?
Education:
Experience:
- Controller: 5 years (Preferred)
- GAAP: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
