Controller - Finance Manager

Controller - Finance Manager About Barr Geospatial Solutions (BGS) Barr Geospatial Solutions (BGS) is a North American leader in aerial intelligence, geospatial analytics, and data-driven decision-making. Through its family of companies-including Barr Air Patrol, Airborne Imaging, Forsite, and Northwest Management-BGS combines decades of aviation operations, LiDAR expertise, and environmental intelligence to deliver actionable insights for critical infrastructure, energy, and environmental systems. With more than 2.2 million miles flown annually and over 450 employees across the United States and Canada, BGS operates at scale with a reputation for reliability and technical excellence. Our aircraft, sensors, and analytics platforms transform high-resolution data into meaningful intelligence. As we continue to expand our Pipeline Intelligence Suite and AI-driven analytics capabilities, BGS is building the next generation of aerial-to-action intelligence-where technology enables informed, real-time decision-making. Summary of Position The Controller / Finance Manager serves as the senior leader responsible for the Company's accounting operations, financial close, and internal control environment. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting across all legal entities and operating units. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is a key strategic partner to executive leadership, providing reliable financial data, technical accounting expertise, and analytical insight to support operational performance, strategic initiatives, and regulatory compliance. The position plays a critical role in safeguarding company assets, strengthening governance, and promoting financial discipline across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting and Close Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including consolidation across multiple legal entities and business units. Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements and related supporting schedules. Prepare, review, and deliver internal management reporting packages for executive leadership. Ensure consistency, accuracy, and completeness of financial information used in executive, board, and investor communications. Maintain and continuously improve close timelines, processes, and reporting quality. Accounting Operations Oversee all general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and intercompany transactions. Ensure proper revenue recognition, expense classification, and overall balance sheet integrity in accordance with GAAP. Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and financial reporting requirements. Coordinate accounting activities across operating groups to ensure alignment, standardization, and consistency of practices. Monitor and manage key working capital components, including receivables, payables, and accruals. Internal Controls and Governance Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal control framework and accounting documentation standards. Ensure compliance with the Company's Delegation of Authority framework and financial governance policies. Lead audit readiness efforts, including preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries. Proactively identify control deficiencies, assess financial and operational risk, and implement corrective actions. Safeguard company assets through disciplined oversight, monitoring, and enforcement of controls. Cross-Functional Partnership and Leadership Partner closely with the CFO and business leaders on financial analysis, budgeting support, and operational performance reviews. Provide technical accounting guidance related to complex transactions, new initiatives, system changes, and integration activities. Support continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, and reporting capabilities. Translate complex financial information into clear, concise insights to support informed decision-making by senior leadership. Provide leadership, oversight, and mentorship to finance and accounting team members as appropriate. Key Interfaces: Chief Financial Officer and Executive Leadership Team - Financial reporting, strategic analysis, governance oversight, and decision support Business Unit Leaders - Operational performance review, budgeting inputs, and financial alignment External Auditors and Advisors - Audit coordination, compliance support, and technical accounting matters Finance and Accounting Team Members - Oversight, mentorship, and operational execution of accounting processes Position Qualification: Required Active CPA designation Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting roles with increasing responsibility Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control principles Demonstrated experience leading financial close processes and consolidated reporting in a multi-entity environment Preferred MBA or other advanced business degree Experience in multi-entity, multi-business unit, or project-based environments Experience supporting external audits, business integrations, or complex reporting structures Hands-on experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools Please contact with any questions regarding this role.

Created: 2026-03-04