Corporate Controller

Zeus Fire and Security

. Oversee all accounting and financial reporting operations, including general ledger accounting, tax, accounts receivable, inventory, job costing, and internal controls .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Missouri • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance with US GAAP, while leading and developing high-performing teams. Proven ability to drive process improvements and manage complex financial environments, including M&A integration and ERP implementations.

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Financial ReportingGAAP ComplianceLeadership ExperienceM&A IntegrationERP Implementation

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Hard Skills

General Ledger AccountingTax ComplianceAccounts ReceivableJob CostingFinancial Statement AuditASC 606 Revenue RecognitionASC 842 Lease AccountingMulti-Entity ConsolidationInternal ControlsFinancial Data Analysis

Soft Skills

Strategic MindsetTeam LeadershipConflict ManagementCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMBA

Industry Keywords

Private EquityMulti-Site EnvironmentFire and Life SafetySecurityConstructionField Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee all accounting and financial reporting operations, including general ledger accounting, tax, accounts receivable, inventory, job costing, and internal controls
Generate consolidated financial statements
Maintain the overall control environment and financial reporting
Lead corporate accounting, shared services, and regional controllership
Partner with Hub Presidents and local accounting resources to maintain a consistent, well-controlled financial environment across every Hub
Recruit, manage, and develop a best-in-class corporate accounting department
Oversee timely and accurate financial reporting
Lead the monthly close and multi-entity consolidation process, including intercompany activity
Drive toward a shorter, standardized close calendar across all Hubs
Oversee accounting operations for accuracy, timeliness, and conformity with US GAAP
Document and maintain accounting policies and procedures
Automate current processes to improve efficiency
Manage the annual financial statement audit and serve as primary liaison to external auditors, tax advisors, and valuation firms
Oversee tax compliance in partnership with outside advisors
Collaborate with and contribute to the Executive Leadership Team to improve company performance
Serve as the technical accounting expert and update the Audit Committee and Senior Management on accounting rule changes and business impact
Work with Senior Management and Corporate Development on M&A integration, including opening balance sheet accounting and third-party valuations
Partner with and sponsor cross-functional committees supporting transformation and strategic initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum BA in Accounting or Finance
MBA is highly desirable
CPA preferred
Significant knowledge of GAAP
Experience with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and ASC 842 Lease Accounting
10-15+ years of demonstrated progressive financial and accounting leadership experience in similar-size organizations
Ability to lead a fast-paced team with a strategic mindset toward modernizing processes while maintaining strong financial controls
Track record of improving systems and modernizing processes to drive an efficient and scalable business model
Experience with ERP implementation or conversion is a plus
Experience in management reporting for a private equity-backed organization
Experience in an acquisitive, multi-site environment integrating acquired businesses
Experience in fire and life safety, security, construction, or field services is a plus
Experience capturing, analyzing, and proactively delivering financial data and insights
Experience communicating and presenting financial performance and leading indicators to all levels, including C-level executives
Ability to multitask, navigate ambiguity, and manage conflict and difficult conversations in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to collaborate with a broad range of functional groups and understand their business processes, concerns, and requirements