Vice President - Corporate Controller

Lumos is looking for a forward-thinking Vice President, Corporate Controller to lead our accounting, financial reporting, and financial operations functions. This is a key leadership role that will shape how we operate, influence strategic decisions, and strengthen the financial foundation of a rapidly growing organization. We’re seeking a leader with deep U.S. GAAP expertise, proven experience managing complex accounting environments, and a passion for innovation through technology, automation, and data-driven insights. As a trusted partner to the CEO and CFO, the VP, Corporate Controller will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, empowering a high-performing finance team, and fostering a culture built on integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Company Summary 

Lumos is on a mission to deliver lightning-fast, 100% Fiber Optic internet to the communities that need it most. After the merger of Lumos Networks and North State in 2022, we quickly rose to become a leading fiber internet provider. And as of April 1, 2025, we’ve joined forces with T-Mobile to launch T-Fiber—a joint venture that blends Lumos’ infrastructure expertise with T-Mobile’s national reach to bring fiber to more homes than ever before.

We currently connect over 475,000 homes, businesses, and multi-family buildings across nine states in the East and Midwest. With major growth in markets like Ohio, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia—and a shared goal of reaching 12 to 15 million homes by 2030—Lumos is playing a vital role in closing the digital divide.

Our Mission and Values

At Lumos, we are driven by our commitment to a brighter tomorrow. We take pride in being the first to deliver 100% Fiber Optic Internet for families, small businesses, and communities. We know the possibilities of tomorrow can’t be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. And when we deliver uninterrupted Internet and limitless capacity, we create new opportunities for everyone.

We believe that the past is over, and the future is fast. That’s why we are who we are: the disruptors of the status quo. Guided by our purpose and startup mindset, we step up, move first, and adapt as we go. Here, there’s no hierarchy, only hustle.

We are all servant leaders, confident in our purpose and humble enough to pay close attention to the details. We all have the power to help solve problems and find solutions for our customers and teammates - and we do - by putting people first and doing whatever it takes to build loyalty with our customers and within our team.

We’re passionate about our customers’ experience. Their futures don’t stand still, and neither do ours. We’ll never stop reinventing ourselves to meet our customers’ evolving needs - because we know that our work, delivering 100% fiber optic internet, truly changes people’s lives.

Essential Functions

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting.
• Oversee preparation of internal financial statements and external financial reports for lenders, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Provide insightful analysis of results against budgets and forecasts, ensuring proper accounting treatment for both routine and complex transactions.
• Partner with executive leadership to interpret financial results and guide strategic decisions.
• Ensure full compliance with U.S. GAAP staying ahead of evolving accounting standards, SEC regulations, & tax law changes to ensure proactive compliance.

Financial Operations and Risk Management

• Oversee credit and collections, billing, accounts payable, & accounts receivable to drive accuracy, efficiency, and strong cash management.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks through effective internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Ensure accounting policies and procedures promote compliance, efficiency, & scalability across the organization.

Technology, Systems, and Data Enablement

• Provide leadership for the company’s ERP strategy (NetSuite preferred), financial systems, and automation initiatives to enhance data integrity and reporting accuracy.
• Lead finance transformation projects that modernize processes & leverage technology for greater efficiency.
• Elevate financial decision-making through advanced analytics, real-time dashboards, & performance insights that go beyond traditional reporting.

Tax & Audit Support

• Oversee coordination of outsourced income tax compliance and provision work.
• Manage non-income tax compliance, including property tax, gross receipts, and business licenses, and contribute to tax strategy and planning.
• Partner with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient and successful audit processes.

Leadership & Strategic Support

• Lead, mentor, and develop a growing, diverse accounting and finance team, fostering an environment of accountability, professional growth, and high performance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, CFO, and executive leadership team, contributing financial insights that shape company strategy.
• Serve as a thought leader who balances the art and science of accounting, bringing both technical expertise and strategic perspective to decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and financial operations to enhance accuracy, transparency, and scalability.
• Support M&A activity as needed, with the ability to assess accounting implications of potential transactions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required 

• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP with the ability to research, interpret, and advise on highly complex accounting issues.
• Strong technical accounting background with experience managing complex structures in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence executive-level decision-making.
• Demonstrated success designing and implementing effective internal controls and accounting policies in a SOX or SOX-like environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to turn insights into actionable recommendations.
• Strong technical and analytical capabilities, including experience leveraging ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), automation tools, and business intelligence platforms.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for process improvement, technology enablement, and developing high-performing teams.

Other Experience & Requirements 

• Minimum 15 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles.
• CPA required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or higher required.
• Proven success leading accounting & financial operations teams in complex, high-growth environments.
• Telecom, fiber, or technology industry experience strongly preferred.
• M&A accounting experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently operates a computer, keyboard, and other standard office equipment.
• Primarily remote work with occasional travel to a Lumos office or offsite meetings as needed.
• Must be able to sit or remain in a stationary position for extended periods.

Benefits & Perks

Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.

We have:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life’s challenges.
• 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
• Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.

At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.