Integration Controller - CSP

Location: Flexible (candidates should be based near a major airport for frequent travel)
Travel: ~50%

About Cobalt Service Partners

Cobalt Service Partners is a private equity–backed platform building the leading commercial access and security integration business in North America. Our partner companies design, install, and service mission-critical systems including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related low-voltage infrastructure for enterprise, institutional, and commercial customers.

Backed by Alpine Investors, a private equity firm specializing in middle market companies in the services and software industries and with $15bn+ of AUM, Cobalt has scaled rapidly since launch - completing 17+ acquisitions in under two years and establishing a differentiated operating model in a large, fragmented, and growing market. Our leadership team combines deep operating experience with disciplined investment practices, and we are building a platform designed to scale through both organic growth and M&A.

Our Values:

• Unwavering stewardship
• Excellence in action
• Seek and tell the truth
• Love learning
• Enjoy the ride

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Integration Controller to support the financial integration of newly acquired businesses across our growing platform. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building structure in fast-moving environments and is excited to play a critical role in scaling a highly acquisitive business.

You will work directly with acquired companies to standardize accounting processes, implement systems, and ensure a smooth transition into Cobalt’s financial infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead post-acquisition financial integrations, partnering directly with newly acquired businesses
• Own chart of accounts mapping and alignment across entities
• Prepare and support opening balance sheets for each acquisition
• Lead system cutovers and ERP onboarding
• Drive month-end close improvements and standardization across portfolio companies
• Identify and remediate legacy accounting issues and process gaps at acquired businesses
• Assist in preparing purchase price allocation (PPA) schedules, including fair value adjustments and opening balance sheet entries
• Develop expertise in ASC 805 (purchase accounting) — no prior experience required, but willingness to learn is essential
• Partner cross-functionally with deal, diligence, and accounting teams to ensure seamless integrations

Ideal Candidate

• Degree in accounting or finance
• 8+ years of experience; public accounting and controller experience a plus
• CPA preferred
• Experience with M&A transactions
• Significant knowledge of GAAP
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects at the same time
• Experience with a range of financial tech stack applications strongly preferred
• Team oriented and excited to grow and scale a business over the next 5-10 years
• High learning agility and eagerness to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Unquestionable integrity
• Ability to work proactively across multiple stakeholders; excellent communication skills
• Willingness to travel up to 50%

Compensation & Benefits

• Cobalt offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, 401k match, and flexible time off.