Direct message the job poster from Olsen Day The Controller is the lead accounting professional at this growing company and will use his or her best efforts to help the company to continue to grow, to modernize, and to be an extremely well-run entity. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller is responsible for the accounting operations of the company, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reports, compliance with accounting standards, and effective internal controls. This position involves managing the accounting department, the monthly close, preparing financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, payroll, and providing strategic financial guidance to senior management. The company has two offices - one in the Galleria and one in the Energy Corridor. The Controller will spend some time in both offices. The company is stable, growing, and profitable. The position is open due to a retirement. Overview of the position Leads the accounting function Oversees the financial reporting close process Manages the preparation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements Leads the annual budgeting process Oversees payroll, which is handled in house Oversees billing and accounts receivable Manages the preparation of monthly and quarterly variance analysis and account reconciliations Insurance risk management Identifies and resolves issues requiring special accounting treatment Identifies opportunities for process improvement, develops and implements new processes Liaison with external auditors and tax professionals Ensures that internal controls over accounting and financial reporting are adequate and effective Maintains open and effective communications with other departments Ensures excellent communications with key clients and vendors Together with the CFO, maintains good working relationships with bankers Maintains a commercial mindset - keeps an eye on cost and profitability Active participant in accounting system selection and conversion Candidate profile CPA required Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in accounting Stable employment history required (average job tenure of more than two years per employer) Previous experience leading the monthly close is required Previous management experience is required Some experience in public accounting is preferred Broad knowledge of US GAAP Able to lead and motivate team members, and a good teammate with other department heads Ability to multi-task and to meet deadlines Comfortable with an in-office work location Some experience with QuickBooks is preferred This is a confidential search being conducted by Olsen Day – a retained executive search firm. The key contact is Mark Day. Individuals who have questions or are interested in a preliminary conversation are welcome to call Mark at +1 (832) 795-2745, or to email him at mark.day@olsenday.com. All communications will be held in strict confidence. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and Finance Industries Shipbuilding, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Pipeline Transportation Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Olsen Day by 2x Get notified about new Controller jobs in Houston, TX . Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Disability insurance Houston, TX $125,000.00-$190,000.00 2 months ago Houston, TX $130,000.00-$170,000.00 1 week ago Greater Houston $110,000.00-$150,000.00 3 weeks ago Houston, TX $175,000.00-$205,000.00 3 weeks ago Houston, TX $110,000.00-$125,000.00 5 months ago Houston, TX $175,000.00-$200,000.00 3 weeks ago Houston, TX $190,000.00-$210,000.00 3 weeks ago Houston, TX $160,000.00-$180,000.00 3 weeks ago Houston, TX $115,000.00-$125,000.00 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Olsen Day
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