Senior Controller

Kimball Equipment Company • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Controller who wants to be deeply involved in the business, not simply close books and produce reports. This role is for someone who views accounting as a tool to improve operations, strengthen accountability, support decision making, and help drive profitable growth across a complex multi-location organization. Our ideal candidate is highly accountable, operationally curious, process-oriented, and capable of building strong teams while partnering effectively with leadership throughout the company. This position reports directly to executive leadership and will play a critical role in strengthening financial discipline, improving operational visibility, and supporting the long-term future of the organization.

Requirements

• Takes ownership naturally
• Brings solutions instead of excuses
• Operates with a strong sense of urgency
• Is operationally curious and wants to understand how the business actually works
• Has the confidence to challenge problems respectfully and constructively
• Builds credibility with operational leaders
• Believes continuous improvement is part of the job
• Leads through accountability, humility, and consistency
• Plays for the name on the front: puts the success of the organization ahead of individual or team priorities
• Works collaboratively across departments, sharing information, and helping create alignment rather than operating in silos
• Combines pride in ownership with servant leadership
• CPA strongly preferred
• 10+ years progressive accounting/finance leadership experience
• Experience in: Industrial distribution, Equipment dealership, Manufacturing, Construction, Heavy equipment, Service-intensive operations, Multi-location businesses
• Strong background in: Inventory accounting, Job costing/WIP, Operational finance, Internal controls, ERP systems, Financial analysis
• Experience leading and developing accounting teams
• Experience working directly with ownership, banks, and external auditors
• Moves quickly without sacrificing accuracy
• Naturally creates structure and accountability
• Is optimistic, ambitious, and improvement-minded
• Simplifies complex financial issues for non-financial leaders
• Is practical, hands-on, and willing to engage directly with operations
• Can challenge people respectfully when needed
• Cares about outcomes, not just reports
• Is energized by building stronger systems, teams, and businesses

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions across a multi-location organization
• Oversee: General ledger, AP, Payroll, Fixed assets, Inventory accounting, Financial reporting, Month-end/year-end close, Audit and tax coordination
• Partner closely with operations leadership to improve: Inventory management, WIP visibility, Service profitability, Billing timeliness, Working capital efficiency, Cash conversion cycle performance
• Produce timely and accurate monthly financial statements and operational KPI reporting
• Support banking relationships, lender reporting, and external audits
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Help drive ERP, reporting, and process improvement initiatives
• Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions as the company continues to grow

Benefits

• Full Benefits included

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed