Join the Family You Trust as Our Next Corporate Controller

At Gothic Landscape , we are proud to be the nation’s largest family-owned commercial landscape company. We believe in building authentic relationships—with our clients, our teams, and each other. As a family-owned business, we value trust, dedication, and a passion for excellence in everything we do.

We are seeking a Corporate Controller to lead our accounting and financial reporting functions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a relationship-driven, family-business culture and will embrace our field-based operations—spending time in the field, understanding our skilled workforce, and helping keep them safe.

What You’ll Do:

Lead corporate accounting operations, including AP/AR, payroll, general ledger, and treasury

Oversee the month-end close process in collaboration with a team of Divisional Controllers

Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and other regulations

Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts

Provide financial insights and recommendations to support senior leadership decisions

Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets

Coordinate audits and tax filings with external partners

Optimize accounting systems, processes, and reporting capabilities

What We’re Looking For:

Strong technical accounting expertise, including GAAP and IFRS compliance

Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting

Background in internal controls, risk management, and audit oversight

Experience managing ERP or large-scale accounting systems (Sage, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.)

Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills

Strong leadership abilities with experience managing and developing teams

Exceptional communication and collaboration skills

High ethical standards and meticulous attention to detail

Leadership Scope:

This role oversees an Accounting Manager and an AP Supervisor, leading a team of approximately 10 individuals, and works closely with Divisional Controllers across the organization.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field CPA or MBA Preferred)

Minimum of 10 years of experience in a Corporate Accounting or Finance leadership role

Proven experience managing teams, including direct reports and cross-functional teams

Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting and internal controls

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills; initiative and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Solid grasp of mathematics, financial principles and complex spreadsheets

Why Join Gothic Landscape:

Be part of a family-owned business where relationships and integrity matter

Lead financial operations for a nationwide, industry-leading company

Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities to influence strategic financial planning and company growth

Salary Range

$175,000 - $225,000

Apply today and help us shape the future of Gothic Landscape—where people, purpose, and passion grow together.