Controller Jobs in Colorado
Controller jobs in Colorado are concentrated in financial services, aerospace and defense, healthcare systems, and technology, with strong demand at both the corporate controller and divisional controller levels. Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs anchor most of the hiring, and large established employers such as Lockheed Martin, UCHealth, and Dish Network regularly post controller openings. The most in-demand specialties are cost accounting, financial reporting, and multi-entity consolidation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.
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- Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1!
- Competitive Pay
- 401(K) + company match
- 10 Paid Company Holidays
- Paid time off
- Professional training
- Family-owned business over 100 years in service
- An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce
- Serve as a key member of the plant leadership team, providing strategic financial guidance to support plant performance, growth, and profitability.
- Act as the designated financial leadership backup to the Plant Director as needed, helping ensure continuity of site operations, business performance, and achievement of plant objectives.
- Support leadership decision-making by evaluating financial risks, opportunities, and operational tradeoffs.
- Lead or coordinate plant leadership activities during periods of Plant Director absence, vacancy, or transition, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial commitments.
- Monitor plant performance against financial and operational targets and collaborate with leadership to develop corrective action plans as needed.
- Represent the plant in cross-functional business reviews and leadership meetings when required.
- Serve as the primary financial business partner to Plant Leadership, influencing strategic decisions and supporting the achievement of financial, operational, quality, safety, and productivity goals. Communicate weekly and monthly financial results and key metrics to Operations Leadership
- Provide Operations Leadership with financial analysis of operations data; convert data into actionable information ensuring the financial impact of operational decisions is understood prior to process, infrastructure, or personnel strategy changes
- Serve as liaison between the Operations and Finance teams as well as with the Director of Finance Operations at Home Offices
- Ensure the timely and accurate completion of plant controller duties including monthly close, financial reporting, variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and product costing
- Identify opportunities for standardization; develop standard operating procedures where appropriate to leverage best practices across the controller platform. Partner with the operations managers to create alignment and clear expectations for controller performance Costing and Analysis
- Provide accurate and timely completion of new product costings and other analysis as needed to support customer quotes and new product developments
- Support the process for Bill of Material and routing changes; ensure clear communication of cost implications
- Enhance the variance analysis process to increase buy-in and understanding of the variance calculations; facilitate the use of the data to drive improvements
- Provide support to the Operations and Controller team for the capital funds request process (CERs) to assure the financial analysis is complete and relevant to the project Budgeting and Forecasting
- Assist in the completion and review of the annual operating budget, including the establishment of direct labor rates, overhead rates, and material standards
- Participate in the coordination and review of the quarterly operational forecasts; analyze forecast accuracy to aid in improving future projections controls
- Foster an environment of strong internal controls through clear communication of policies and expectations surrounding cost of goods sold, inventory transactions, fixed asset management, freight, and other operational expenses
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures and/or policies to address areas of identified potential risk.
- Assist with additional duties as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of related work experience or 12 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 7 years of related finance experience, with demonstrated experience supporting plant leadership, business decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and operational performance management.
- Demonstrated experience influencing senior leaders and driving business results through financial analysis and operational partnership.
- Experience serving in a leadership capacity, including leading cross-functional teams, managing business continuity efforts, or acting as a deputy for site or functional leadership preferred.
- Food, CPG, or pharmaceutical experience preferred.
- SAP experience and ERP implementation experience a plus
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft software (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be detail oriented; capable of streamlining processes.
- Experience in continuous improvement / lean mfg. environment a plus
- KPI creation, development and implementation experience a plus
- Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects 25 pounds.
- Required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs.
- Normal setting for this job is a manufacturing facility.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID: 38310
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Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.
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- Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1!
- Competitive Pay
- 401(K) + company match
- 10 Paid Company Holidays
- Paid time off
- Professional training
- Family-owned business over 100 years in service
- An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce
- Serve as a key member of the plant leadership team, providing strategic financial guidance to support plant performance, growth, and profitability.
- Act as the designated financial leadership backup to the Plant Director as needed, helping ensure continuity of site operations, business performance, and achievement of plant objectives.
- Support leadership decision-making by evaluating financial risks, opportunities, and operational tradeoffs.
- Lead or coordinate plant leadership activities during periods of Plant Director absence, vacancy, or transition, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial commitments.
- Monitor plant performance against financial and operational targets and collaborate with leadership to develop corrective action plans as needed.
- Represent the plant in cross-functional business reviews and leadership meetings when required.
- Serve as the primary financial business partner to Plant Leadership, influencing strategic decisions and supporting the achievement of financial, operational, quality, safety, and productivity goals. Communicate weekly and monthly financial results and key metrics to Operations Leadership
- Provide Operations Leadership with financial analysis of operations data; convert data into actionable information ensuring the financial impact of operational decisions is understood prior to process, infrastructure, or personnel strategy changes
- Serve as liaison between the Operations and Finance teams as well as with the Director of Finance Operations at Home Offices
- Ensure the timely and accurate completion of plant controller duties including monthly close, financial reporting, variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and product costing
- Identify opportunities for standardization; develop standard operating procedures where appropriate to leverage best practices across the controller platform. Partner with the operations managers to create alignment and clear expectations for controller performance Costing and Analysis
- Provide accurate and timely completion of new product costings and other analysis as needed to support customer quotes and new product developments
- Support the process for Bill of Material and routing changes; ensure clear communication of cost implications
- Enhance the variance analysis process to increase buy-in and understanding of the variance calculations; facilitate the use of the data to drive improvements
- Provide support to the Operations and Controller team for the capital funds request process (CERs) to assure the financial analysis is complete and relevant to the project Budgeting and Forecasting
- Assist in the completion and review of the annual operating budget, including the establishment of direct labor rates, overhead rates, and material standards
- Participate in the coordination and review of the quarterly operational forecasts; analyze forecast accuracy to aid in improving future projections controls
- Foster an environment of strong internal controls through clear communication of policies and expectations surrounding cost of goods sold, inventory transactions, fixed asset management, freight, and other operational expenses
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures and/or policies to address areas of identified potential risk.
- Assist with additional duties as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of related work experience or 12 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 7 years of related finance experience, with demonstrated experience supporting plant leadership, business decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and operational performance management.
- Demonstrated experience influencing senior leaders and driving business results through financial analysis and operational partnership.
- Experience serving in a leadership capacity, including leading cross-functional teams, managing business continuity efforts, or acting as a deputy for site or functional leadership preferred.
- Food, CPG, or pharmaceutical experience preferred.
- SAP experience and ERP implementation experience a plus
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft software (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be detail oriented; capable of streamlining processes.
- Experience in continuous improvement / lean mfg. environment a plus
- KPI creation, development and implementation experience a plus
- Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects 25 pounds.
- Required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs.
- Normal setting for this job is a manufacturing facility.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID: 38310
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- Technology & Software
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in controller jobs across Colorado.
- CPA license active in Colorado or eligible for Colorado reciprocity preferred by most employers
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required for the majority of controller roles
- Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory responsibility
- Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Workday
- Experience managing month-end close, financial statement preparation, and internal controls
- Strong familiarity with GAAP and ability to manage external audit relationships independently
Controller Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a controller in Colorado?
Most controllers in Colorado hold a CPA license issued by the Colorado State Board of Accountancy, which requires a bachelor's degree, completion of the Uniform CPA Examination, and relevant work experience. While the CPA is not always mandatory, it is the credential that consistently distinguishes candidates at the controller level. Many Colorado employers also value a CMA or an MBA in finance as a complement to the CPA for senior roles.
Which companies hire controllers in Colorado?
Employers hiring controllers in Colorado right now include Sierra Space, Vail Resorts, and McDonald Automotive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's mix of aerospace contractors, regional hospital networks, and growing tech companies means controller demand is distributed across multiple industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.
Which Colorado cities have the most controller jobs?
Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora account for the largest share of controller openings in Colorado. Denver drives the bulk of demand as the state's financial and corporate hub, while Boulder's concentration of technology and life sciences firms creates consistent openings, and Colorado Springs supports hiring through its large defense and healthcare employer base.
Are there remote controller jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most senior finance roles, because controllers who work primarily with financial systems and reporting can often perform core duties off-site. About 54% of controller openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broader flexibility at this level. The most remote-friendly sub-areas are financial reporting, consolidations, and FP&A oversight, while roles requiring on-site audit management or inventory oversight tend to stay in-person.
How can I get hired as a controller in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a senior accountant or accounting manager role, which is how most Colorado controllers build the supervisory and close-cycle experience employers require. Large Colorado health systems like UCHealth and SCL Health, along with aerospace contractors such as Lockheed Martin, hire staff and senior accountants who can grow into assistant controller roles. Pursuing the CPA through the Colorado State Board of Accountancy while in a senior accountant position signals readiness and meaningfully shortens the timeline to a controller title.
Where can I find and apply to controller jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to controller jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to each one.
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