Controller - path to VP-Finance​/CFO

Our client is seeking their next Controller. This role will be based in-office at the Company’s headquarters in Dallas, TX. This person will be responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of the company, including the production of financial reports, maintenance of accounting records, and implementation of a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

• Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist in the budgeting and financial planning processes.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions.
• Coordinate banking relationships and compliance reporting.
• Coordinate audit activities and liaise with external auditors.
• Oversee tax preparation and filing in coordination with external advisors.
• Analyze financial data and provide strategic insights to senior management.
• Build and manage a job costing framework to provide management visibility into job level profitability, including as part of the job quoting process.
• Lead financial integration efforts for M&A activity, including aligning accounting policies, and

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification required.
• 5+ years of experience in financial management or senior accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and business practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, Sage Intact, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience managing teams.

• ERP system implementation or upgrade experience.
• Strong personal motivation, a high level of initiative and should be personable, persuasive, responsive and results-oriented.
• Desire to work in a growth-oriented business environment with upward mobility opportunities.
• Ability to take ownership of building out internal processes and thinking strategically as the company