Job Description

Finance Manager / Controller - (High-Volume Transactional Environments)

Location: Denver, Colorado (On-site / Hybrid)

Department: Finance & Accounting

Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Controller to support a major infrastructure project. This role will report into senior leadership and play a key part in establishing and managing the finance function from the ground up.

The position is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including high-volume transaction management, reconciliation, reporting, and compliance. You will act as a key finance partner to both internal stakeholders and the end client, providing insight, control, and strategic guidance across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and ongoing development of finance processes , controls, and reporting structures
• Oversee high-volume financial transactions, including reconciliations, payments, and adjustments
• Manage end-to-end reconciliation processes across multiple payment streams and interfaces
• Produce accurate and timely financial reports (daily, monthly, quarterly, annual)
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory standards, and financial policies
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing financial insights and recommendations
• Collaborate with operational and technical teams to ensure accurate financial integration and reporting
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies across finance workflows
• Oversee audits, risk management, and compliance activities (e.g. SOX, IFRS where applicable)
• Manage vendor-related financials and ensure cost control and contract compliance
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance environment
• Maintain oversight of digital payments, transaction flows, and exception handling
• Ensure KPI and SLA adherence across financial operations

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• Master’s degree (preferred)

Experience:

• 5+ years in a Finance Manager / Controller role, with 7+ years overall experience
• Background in high-transaction, service-based or project environments (e.g. infrastructure, transportation, utilities, healthcare)
• Strong experience with reconciliation, financial reporting, and transaction oversight
• Experience working in high-volume environments (large-scale daily transactions)
• CPA qualification preferred (not essential)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, PeopleSoft, or similar)
• Strong understanding of GAAP / IFRS and financial compliance standards
• Proven experience in audit, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

• High level of client interaction and stakeholder management required
• Opportunity to build and shape a finance function within a major project
• Competitive compensation package, including performance-related bonus

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