Controller

• Location: Richardson, Texas
• Type: Dallas:Fin/Acct/HR:Direct Hire
• Job #10304

Job Description – 10304

Position Overview
The Controller will lead the accounting team and oversee the preparation of US GAAP financial statements and reports. This role is critical in ensuring accurate revenue recognition on a percentage-of-completion basis, optimizing cash flow, and driving operational efficiencies. The Controller will enhance and maintain the company’s processes and internal control framework.

The Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and partners cross-functionally across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
· Financial Reporting & Compliance: Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of US GAAP
financial statements, compliance with debt covenants, and adherence to private equity owners reporting requirements.
· Internal Controls & Process Optimization: Implement and maintain strong internal controls,
drive automation, and streamline accounting processes to enhance efficiency.
· Tax Oversight & Compliance: Oversee all tax-related matters, working closely with the company’s external tax firm to ensure timely filings, compliance with federal and state tax regulations, and strategic tax planning.
· Cash Flow & Working Capital Management: Optimize billings, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to improve working capital efficiency.
· Technology & ERP Systems: Support the implementation and optimization of ERP systems to enhance reporting accuracy and scalability.
· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, sales, and FP&A teams to ensure financial alignment with business objectives.
· Strategic Financial Support: Provide financial insights that drive profitability, margin improvement, and growth initiatives.
· Leadership & Talent Development: Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate will – 
· Be a proactive problem solver, comfortable making data-driven decisions in a fast changing environment.
· Possess strong communication skills and the ability to partner with cross-functional teams to drive financial results.
· Be hands-on, detail-oriented, and execution-focused, with the ability to scale processes as the company grows.
· Demonstrate integrity, reliability, and a passion for building high-performing teams.

Qualifications & Experience
· Minimum 3 years as a Controller and 5-7 years of progressive accounting leadership in high-growth environments.
· Deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting for private equity backed companies.
· Experience managing tax compliance and coordinating with external tax firms for federal, state, and local tax matters.
· Experience implementing and optimizing ERP systems.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to connect financial data to operational decision-making.
· Education & Certification:
– Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
– CPA certification (required).