Controller

COMPANY OVERVIEW:    Our clients’ engineering, plant maintenance and manufacturing are at the core of how our company operates. Our client’s strength is the combined capability of coordinating technical and engineering requirements, self-manufacturing many of our solutions, and completing installations with experienced field crews.

POSITION TITLE:   Controller

COMPENSATION:   Competitive base salary + bonus      

BENEFITS:    Full benefits package

LOCATION:    Houston, Texas

SUMMARY:     The Controller will be responsible for leading the financial operations of the company, ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial reporting. This role involves overseeing the month-end close process, accounts payable, project accounting, banking and cash flow management, as well as corporate taxes, sales and use taxes, and insurance management.

DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Maintain and improve financial reporting systems to enhance the quality and efficiency of reporting
• Coordinate and lead annual external audits
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements for the company and affiliated entities
• Review financial statements with ownership
• Perform trend and variance analysis
• Develop annual budget and analyze planned vs. actual performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements where applicable.
• Oversee full cycle of month-end, quarterly, and year-end close activities for a portfolio of companies, including review of income statements, balance sheets, and cash account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting.
• Manage the month-end close process, ensuring all journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments are completed accurately and timely.
• Oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments.
• Implement and maintain effective AP policies and procedures.
• Monitor AP aging reports and resolve any issues with vendors
• Oversee project accounting to ensure accurate and timely tracking of project costs and revenues
• Ensure proper budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for all projects
• Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
• Manage banking relationships and ensure effective cash management
• Monitor cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and reports to inform strategic decision-making
• Oversee the preparation and filing of all corporate tax returns, including federal, state and local taxes
• Work with external tax advisors to optimize tax strategies and minimize tax liabilities
• Assist in managing the company’s insurance policies, including general liability, property, workers’ compensation, and other relevant coverage
• Manage the documentation and reporting for all legal entities
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements
• Oversee Accounting, A/P, A/R, and job cost accounting
• Lead and develop the accounting team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the accounting department
• Ensure continuous improvement of financial processes and systems

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10-15 years accounting and/or finance, including 3+ years in a leadership role, with experience in controllership and construction financial management
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, CPA/CMA preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and advanced technical ERP system skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Expertise in financial reporting and budget management
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams

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