Regional Controller

COMPANY SUMMARY

We are a family of companies providing innovative water treatment solutions and services to customers across the United States. As one of the nation’s largest full-service water treatment equipment distributors, we support every segment of the water and wastewater treatment industry. Our companies represent industry-leading equipment manufacturers and are recognized as leaders within their respective markets. Together, we offer a comprehensive product portfolio, value-added design support, and aftermarket parts and services to both municipal and industrial customers.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Regional Controller works closely with Platform Partner Presidents and Site Controllers to provide financial transparency, margin integrity, and decision-support analytics. While Site Controllers report directly to their Site Presidents, this role provides functional alignment, guidance, and financial consistency across the region.

The Regional Controller serves as a recognized leader with expert-level knowledge in accounting, financial reporting, and operational finance, making authoritative recommendations and guiding regional finance personnel.

KEY DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across regional sites.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Review regional consolidations and validate reporting accuracy.
• Maintain consistency in accounting treatment across decentralized operations.
• Support corporate financial reporting requirements and audit processes.
• Support capital planning, cost visibility, and working capital oversight.
• Provide leadership and coordination to Site Controllers across the region.
• Promote standardized practices in:
  • Revenue recognition
  • Percentage of completion
  • Job costing and project accounting
  • Inventory valuation and controls
  • Service margin reporting
  • SG&A allocation methodologies
• Review forecasts and assumptions to improve financial predictability.
• Plan, organize, and guide finance-related projects and regional initiatives.
• Assist in consolidated regional budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and prepare reports to support executive and operational decision-making.
• Administer and reinforce internal controls across the region.
• Oversee audits of policies and procedures designed to safeguard organizational assets.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and corporate accounting standards.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies, segregation of duties, and risk mitigation practices.
• Monitor and improve:
  • • Accounts receivable (DSO)
    • Inventory management and turns
    • Billing accuracy and milestone tracking
    • Accounts payable processes
• Support cash flow forecasting and performance tracking.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• Experience in multi-entity industrial, equipment, or field service environments preferred
• CPA strongly preferred
• Master’s degree or MBA may be preferred
• Strong accounting and GAAP expertise
• Analytical and mathematical proficiency
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy standards
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Management and project leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Research skills and ability to identify and seek necessary information
• Sound judgment and decision-making capability

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasional light lifting (20-25 lbs.), office environment. Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend, and move about the facility

The work environment characteristics described here represent those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from disagreeable elements. Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours

COMPENSATION: $130,064 – $168,492 + bonus, dependent on experience and qualifications

This position will sit remotely in Los Angeles or San Francisco with multi-site visits to our Platform Partners in the West region. 20-30% travel required.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Dog-friendly office!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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