Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

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Controller Arlington , Texas Fort Worth:

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Direct Hire Sep 30, 2026

A growing, private equity-backed distribution organization is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead its accounting function and support the continued growth and evolution of the business.

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will oversee a multi-location accounting organization and be responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting. This individual will provide leadership across corporate accounting, general ledger, multi-entity consolidations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit, and working capital-related accounting activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting leader to join an organization undergoing significant growth and transformation. The Corporate Controller will inherit an established accounting team while having the opportunity to evaluate the current structure, improve processes, strengthen controls, and help build a more scalable accounting function.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading accounting within a multi-entity, multi-location and inventory-intensive environment
. Distribution, wholesale, logistics, manufacturing, or similar industry experience is highly valued.

This position is based in Arlington, Texas and is primarily in-office
.

• Lead and oversee all corporate accounting activities, including general ledger, financial reporting, account reconciliations, consolidations, and related accounting operations.
• Manage and continuously improve monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare, review, and approve consolidated financial statements and internal financial reporting packages for executive leadership and other stakeholders.
• Ensure accounting practices and financial statements are maintained in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Establish, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, controls, and standards across a multi-entity organization.
• Oversee key balance sheet and working capital accounts, including accounts receivable, inventory, accounts payable, accrued liabilities, and fixed assets.
• Partner with operational leaders to strengthen financial discipline and improve the accuracy and consistency of financial information across multiple locations.
• Maintain an effective internal control environment designed to safeguard company assets and support reliable financial reporting.
• Serve as the primary accounting contact for external auditors and coordinate annual audits, supporting schedules, documentation, and resolution of audit requests.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders regarding income tax, sales and use tax, property tax, and other compliance matters.
• Provide oversight of treasury-related activities and lender or credit facility reporting as needed.
• Partner closely with FP&A and executive leadership on financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Identify and lead process improvement opportunities across Accounting, including standardization, automation, systems enhancements, and reduction of manual or redundant processes.
• Support accounting integration related to acquisitions and other organizational changes.
• Evaluate the existing accounting organization and help develop a scalable structure to support continued growth.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-location accounting team while establishing clear expectations, accountability, cross-training, and professional development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA strongly…