Senior Accountant / Controller

Senior Accountant / Controller AltaLabs South Jordan, UT Job Details Full-time $45,000 - $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Unlimited paid time off Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Teamwork Process improvement Financial analysis Bachelor's degree Attention to detail QuickBooks Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

We are a Utah-based family office overseeing a portfolio of operating companies and investment funds. We are seeking a seasoned accounting professional — someone who has built and led financial operations over a distinguished career and is looking for a stable, meaningful role where their expertise is truly valued. This is not a high-pressure, climb-the-ladder position. It is an opportunity to do important, precise work in a calm, collaborative environment alongside a small, respectful team.

WHAT THIS ROLE OFFERS A

stable, long-term position with a consistent, predictable workload A small, professional team that values experience and operates with integrity Flexibility and autonomy for someone who knows how to get things done Work that draws on deep expertise — no need to prove yourself, just lead Salary range of $45,000-$65,000 based on experience Benefits package including health and dental

ROLE OVERVIEW

As our Senior Accountant / Controller, you will own the day-to-day and long-term financial operations across our portfolio of entities. We are not looking for someone to grow into this role — we are looking for someone who has already mastered it and wants to apply that mastery in a steady, well-organized environment. You will set the standard for how our financial operations run and bring the confidence and competence that only comes from years of hands-on experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting & Bookkeeping Perform bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities Process and categorize financial transactions across all supported entities Manage accounts payable (AP) — invoice entry, coding, and payment tracking Manage accounts receivable (AR) — invoice tracking and collections follow-up Perform regular bank and financial account reconciliations Track loan payments and maintain supporting documentation Review and categorize expenses in expense platforms Assist with employee reimbursement review, documentation, and approval tracking Reporting & Compliance Prepare and manage annual financial reports across entities Assist with budget tracking and cash flow reporting Coordinate and support federal and state tax filings, working with outside CPAs and legal counsel as needed Monitor and maintain business registrations, licenses, and compliance filings across all entities Keep accounting documentation organized and audit-ready at all times Provide a weekly summary of outstanding accounting items requiring review Fund & Entity Operations Support fund accounting and record-keeping as needed Maintain AP and AR tracking schedules across entities Prepare reconciliation support documentation for review Handle confidential financial information responsibly and with discretion Systems & Process Improvement Draw on your experience to identify inefficiencies and implement better processes Build and maintain scalable financial systems and organized documentation

IDEAL BACKGROUND

We are specifically seeking candidates with substantial, hands-on accounting and financial experience. The right person for this role has seen it all, brings calm authority to financial operations, and is not looking to reinvent their career — just do excellent work in a role that fits well. Significant accounting or controller-level experience (10+ years strongly preferred) Deep familiarity with multi-entity accounting and financial operations Prior experience in a controller, senior accountant, or similar capacity Strong command of accounting software such as QuickBooks or equivalent Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets and financial data analysis Exceptional attention to detail and organizational discipline Outstanding written communication and documentation skills CPA license or CPA background is a strong plus Experience with family office, private investment, or multi-entity environments is a plus

WHO THRIVES HERE

This role is a strong fit for someone who: Values stability and consistency over rapid change or high-growth pressure Prefers working independently while still collaborating with a small, tight-knit team Takes quiet pride in precise, well-organized financial work Has the experience to self-direct and the judgment to know what matters Is looking for a position where they can settle in and make a lasting impact

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Unlimited paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Accounting:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person