Corporate Controller

Brief Description

Due to growth we are adding a Controller to our corporate team in Houston. The Controller serves as the senior financial leader for S&P’s self‑perform and subsidiary brands. This role oversees financial reporting, internal controls, equipment cost accounting, and team development across multiple entities, while partnering directly with the CFO to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and strategic value of all subsidiary financial operations.

Ideal candidate will have experience in Accounting Leadership role with a commercial subcontractor.

• Provides full financial oversight across S&P’s subsidiary and self‑perform entities.
• Establishes and enforces accounting policy, procedure, and internal controls across all subsidiary operations.
• Leads onboarding and financial integration of M&A transactions, including building accounting infrastructure for entities with limited existing finance functions.
• Drives implementation of the equipment module within Viewpoint (ERP), establishing reporting frameworks for equipment‑driven revenue, utilization, and maintenance cost tracking.
• Manages equipment cost accounting including depreciation schedules, job costing rates, capital vs. maintenance expense determinations, and fleet utilization reporting.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for all subsidiary entities; presents results and insights to the CFO and senior leadership.
• Builds, develops, and leads the subsidiary accounting team — elevating individual capability, creating depth, and establishing succession within the function.
• Collaborates with operational leaders across subsidiary brands to ensure financial data supports project‑level and entity‑level decision‑making.
• Partners with the IT department to maintain financial records, ERP system integrity, and reporting processes.
• Ensures all accounting practices are in compliance with legal guidelines, GAAP, and established company standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
• Ten or more years of progressive accounting experience, with significant tenure in a Controller or equivalent role required.
• Background in trade subcontracting — mechanical, electrical, or plumbing (MEP) or similar equipment‑heavy environment strongly required.