Private Equity Controller—Black Cliffs Partners—UT

Portfolio Controller

Location: Salt Lake City, UT Job Type: Full-Time

Black Cliffs Partners

About Us

Black Cliffs Partners is a boutique private equity firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah, focused on acquiring and growing established middle-market and lower middle-market companies. We work closely with management teams to drive growth, improve operations, and create long-term value through strategic support in sales, marketing, finance, operations, real estate, capital investment, and M&A. Backed by decades of industry experience, we are committed to building strong partnerships and delivering exceptional results for our portfolio companies and investors.

What You'll Do

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple operating companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Review financial statements and account reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members across the portfolio.
• Improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and operational support.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate external audits, tax reporting, lender reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Support acquisition due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition integration activities.
• Standardize accounting policies and reporting practices across portfolio companies.
• Evaluate and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Work closely with the CFO and Executive Team on special projects and strategic initiatives.

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Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience managing accounting operations and month-end close processes.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred

• CPA designation.
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.
• Experience working with private equity, family office, or holding company structures.
• Experience supporting acquisitions and post-acquisition integrations.
• Experience with ERP implementations or accounting system optimization.

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Who Thrives Here

You may be a great fit if you

• Enjoy solving problems and improving processes.
• Take ownership and follow through.
• Prefer action over bureaucracy.
• Can operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Like variety and exposure to multiple businesses.
• Are willing to roll up your sleeves and work in the details when needed.

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Why Join Us

• Work directly with executive leadership and company ownership.
• Broad exposure to multiple businesses and industries.
• Significant opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
• Involvement in acquisitions, integrations, and strategic projects.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on results.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact across a portfolio of growing businesses while continuing to develop as a finance leader, we'd love to hear from you.

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