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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We are seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee all accounting functions across our three distinct brands: The Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail, Sonnenalp Club, and One Willow Bridge Road, ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and consistency across the portfolio.
Application Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until 12/1/2026 or until the position is filled.
Wage: $80,000 - $112,000annually + up to a 10% annual performance bonus + eligibility for up to a 12% Deferred Compensation Plan contribution.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Assistant Controller is responsible for overseeing the accounting transactions for the Sonnenalp and its affiliates and implementing and overseeing internal cost control procedures when and where needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise A/R, A/P
- Oversee accounting procedures, internal controls (implement, monitor, enhance), and database management
- Randomly audit work flow to assure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized
- Oversees online bank accounts and completes month end actions
- Development of operational procedures and documentation of data flow
- Development of system controls to ensure data integrity
- Point person for troubleshooting system issues
- Maintain measurement spreadsheets in excel
- Substantiate and justify expenditures and expense reports
- Supervise & prepares monthly journal entries
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements
- Supervise or prepare general ledger reconciliations
- Calculate and mail in monthly sales tax payments for all companies
- Interface payroll and POS information into accounting software
- Prepare daily cash flow analysis for owner
- Assures internal control compliance
- Train staff on internal control procedures
- Assist in the month end closing and financial reporting process including account analysis and reconciliation
- Serve as project manager for any system implementation or upgrades
- Liaison with point-of-sale, accounting software, and other system vendors and consultants
- Submit Census and Colorado State forms including Liquor and Food licenses
- Assist with yearly audit preparation
- Process rental revenue calculation and payment requests
- Assist with IRS reporting for forms 1099, 1042
Education/Experience
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in an advanced Accounting role
- Experience in restaurant or hospitality accounting preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
Special Skills/Equipment
- Knowledge of accrual base accounting, organizational auditing, fixed asset accounting, and tax filing requirements
- Proficient use of MS Office, Advanced knowledge of Excel
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with Squirrel POS a plus
Essential Physical Requirements
- Requires being in the physical office minimum five days per week
- Able to sit for up to 8-10 hours per day
- Able to lift up to 10lbs
- Able to read, write and speak
Employee Conduct
- It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, guests and vendors.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Resort Discounts
- Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, and Sick Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan & Roth 401(k)
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parking Credit or Discounted Bus Passes
- Healthy Lifestyle Winter Benefit
We are seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee all accounting functions across our three distinct brands: The Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail, Sonnenalp Club, and One Willow Bridge Road, ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and consistency across the portfolio.
Application Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until 12/1/2026 or until the position is filled.
Wage: $80,000 - $112,000annually + up to a 10% annual performance bonus + eligibility for up to a 12% Deferred Compensation Plan contribution.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Assistant Controller is responsible for overseeing the accounting transactions for the Sonnenalp and its affiliates and implementing and overseeing internal cost control procedures when and where needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise A/R, A/P
- Oversee accounting procedures, internal controls (implement, monitor, enhance), and database management
- Randomly audit work flow to assure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized
- Oversees online bank accounts and completes month end actions
- Development of operational procedures and documentation of data flow
- Development of system controls to ensure data integrity
- Point person for troubleshooting system issues
- Maintain measurement spreadsheets in excel
- Substantiate and justify expenditures and expense reports
- Supervise & prepares monthly journal entries
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements
- Supervise or prepare general ledger reconciliations
- Calculate and mail in monthly sales tax payments for all companies
- Interface payroll and POS information into accounting software
- Prepare daily cash flow analysis for owner
- Assures internal control compliance
- Train staff on internal control procedures
- Assist in the month end closing and financial reporting process including account analysis and reconciliation
- Serve as project manager for any system implementation or upgrades
- Liaison with point-of-sale, accounting software, and other system vendors and consultants
- Submit Census and Colorado State forms including Liquor and Food licenses
- Assist with yearly audit preparation
- Process rental revenue calculation and payment requests
- Assist with IRS reporting for forms 1099, 1042
Education/Experience
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in an advanced Accounting role
- Experience in restaurant or hospitality accounting preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
Special Skills/Equipment
- Knowledge of accrual base accounting, organizational auditing, fixed asset accounting, and tax filing requirements
- Proficient use of MS Office, Advanced knowledge of Excel
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with Squirrel POS a plus
Essential Physical Requirements
- Requires being in the physical office minimum five days per week
- Able to sit for up to 8-10 hours per day
- Able to lift up to 10lbs
- Able to read, write and speak
Employee Conduct
- It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, guests and vendors.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Resort Discounts
- Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, and Sick Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan & Roth 401(k)
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parking Credit or Discounted Bus Passes
- Healthy Lifestyle Winter Benefit
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- Energy
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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, Traffic Management, and Primoris Services Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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, Aurora, and Colorado Springs 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 44% of controller openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 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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