Controller

Design Workshop•Denver, CO

1d•$140,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lead the financial foundation of an employee-owned design firm. Design Workshop is seeking an experienced Controller to lead our accounting operations and help drive the financial health, compliance, and performance of our employee-owned firm. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines technical accounting expertise with strategic thinking, operational excellence, and team leadership. As Controller, you will serve as the firm's accounting leader and trusted partner to the CFO, overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, audits, project accounting, payroll oversight, compliance, and financial systems administration. You will play a critical role in strengthening financial processes, supporting business decisions, and ensuring the integrity of financial information across the organization.

Requirements

Active CPA license
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
Experience leading accounting operations, audits, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls
Strong knowledge of GAAP, project-based accounting, revenue recognition, and financial compliance
Experience leading and developing accounting or finance teams
Advanced proficiency with financial systems, ERP platforms, and reporting tools
Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint
Experience with ESOP-owned companies
Experience with Power BI
Experience in the A/E/C or professional services industry

Responsibilities

Lead monthly and annual financial reporting, close processes, and account reconciliations
Oversee project accounting, billing operations, revenue recognition, and profitability reporting
Manage annual audits, tax compliance, regulatory filings, and financial controls
Serve as the firm's Deltek Vantagepoint accounting and reporting expert
Partner with leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making
Develop financial analyses, dashboards, and reporting tools that provide meaningful business insights
Lead, coach, and develop Finance team members while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Support the administration of our ESOP and 401(k) programs and contribute to employee ownership initiatives
Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements that improve efficiency and accuracy

Benefits

$0 monthly cost for employee-only medical coverage (PPO or HDHP plan with HSA), and generous employer contributions to spouse/children/family dependent tiers
Monthly firm contributions to your employee HSA, helping you build long-term, tax-advantaged health savings
Dental & vision coverage
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
Generous paid time off (PTO) that grows with tenure
Seven paid holidays plus two floating holidays you can use anytime
0% interest rental housing loan program for new and relocating team members
Paid family leave
Transportation allowance, including public transit and bike reimbursements
Employee Assistance Program (counseling, financial wellbeing, and legal assistance)
Estate planning support (Lincoln Estate Guidance)
24/7 travel assistance for emergencies when you’re away from home (Lincoln TravelConnect®)
Annual firmwide volunteer day, plus additional paid volunteer time to support causes you care about
Professional development through Design Workshop U
Licensure support, memberships, certifications, and learning funds
Tuition assistance for graduate education
Collaborative, studio-based teams working across the U.S.
Regular studio events and opportunities to connect with colleagues
Exposure to meaningful projects across the U.S. and internationally
A shared focus on design quality, sustainability, and long-term impact