Controller

Fairview, OR (Primary) | Arizona Location

• Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the Owner, contributing to long-range planning and business development decisions
• Develop and manage annual budgets, multi-year financial forecasts, and capital allocation plans
• Evaluate growth opportunities, new market entry, and equipment/infrastructure investments with detailed financial modeling
• Monitor company performance and provide clear, actionable reporting to leadership

• Manage Payroll employee
• Oversee all accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, job costing, and financial close processes
• Manage, code, and enter all Accounts Payable
• Manage the company's banking relationships, cash flow, and working capital
• Implement and strengthen internal controls and financial policies

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax obligations across all seven operating states
• Coordinate with external CPAs, auditors, and legal counsel for tax planning, filings, and regulatory matters
• Manage multi-state contractor licensing, bonding, and insurance compliance from a financial perspective
• Oversee financial reporting requirements for both company locations

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred
• 7+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in the construction, infrastructure, utilities, or specialty contracting industry
• Strong working knowledge of job costing, project-based accounting, and WIP reporting
• Hands-on experience managing multi-state payroll, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent), Microsoft Excel; Procore is a plus
• Proven ability to build and lead small finance teams in a growth-stage or owner-led environment

• Experience as a Controller in a company with $10M–$50M+ in revenue
• Familiarity with Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and other Western state contractor regulations
• Experience with equipment-heavy businesses, fleet management costs, or field operations finance
• Track record of building financial systems and processes from the ground up

• Be the first Controller of a thriving, woman-owned company - shape the role and leave a lasting mark
• Work alongside a hands-on owner who values transparency, collaboration, and loyalty
• A company that has grown organically across 7 states and is positioned for continued expansion
• A hardworking, tight-knit team of ~40 professionals who take pride in the work they do
• Infrastructure and pipeline rehabilitation - work that matters and keeps communities running

Iron Horse LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.