Controller

About Contango IT:

At Contango, our name represents our commitment to constant improvement and upward movement. We're a people-first organization providing effective and efficient information technology solutions through experienced consulting, service, and support. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, personal development, and mutual support, balanced with team-building activities, company getaways, and community involvement.

We're more than just an IT services provider – we're tech enthusiasts who love growing together. Our mission is to build a group of fully integrated MSP/MSSP brands across the country, focusing on delivering incredible experiences consistently at scale to our clients across the US.

Overview

Contango’s Finance Team is seeking a Controller to streamline our financial processes, ensuring accuracy and transparency in our financial reporting and driving our company’s financial health and growth. Reporting to the COO, this role will focus on overseeing the company's accounting operations, developing internal control guidelines, and providing financial analysis and insights to inform strategic decision-making.

This is a highly visible and strategic position that has the opportunity to shape cross-functional initiatives, foster collaboration among departments, and deliver impactful financial insights that drive the company's overall success.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in financial management, demonstrate keen analytical skills, and have a proven track record of leading teams to achieve organizational goals.

What you’ll do

• Oversee all company accounting practices, including accounting departments, preparing budgets, financial reports, tax and audit functions.
• Develop internal control guidelines, policies and procedures for budget accounting, cash and credit management, and administration.
• Oversee the production of monthly reports, financial statements, and cash flow projections.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Work closely with external auditors and tax professionals to ensure compliance.
• Stay current with technological advances and accounting software to meet the company's financial needs.
• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on company decisions and on the evaluation of potential alliances, acquisitions, and mergers.
• Manage financial risks through established financial policies and procedures.
• Develop, mentor, and train accounting team

Who you are

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA required
• You bring at least 5 years of accounting experience with time spent in a leadership role
• 5 years of experience preparing and maintaining comprehensive audit-ready financials
• Experience in a SaaS or technology company is preferred
• Proven ability to interpret financial data, prepare financial reports, a
• Deep understanding of accounting software and ERP architectures
• Experienced in building, mentoring, and guiding teams
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated experience communicating results
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders

Salary : $145,000 - $195,000