Corporate Controller - Orleans Job New Orleans Louisiana USA,Finance & Banking

Position: Corporate Controller - New Orleans
Location: New Orleans

Corporate Controller - New Orleans

Hoist & Crane Service Group is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to serve as the senior accounting leader of a $150M revenue, private equity-backed industrial services business operating across 30 branch locations. Reporting directly to the CFO and partnering closely with the FP&A Manager, the Corporate Controller owns the integrity of the general ledger, the monthly close process, financial reporting, internal controls, multi-state sales tax compliance, and all audit activity.

This role leads a team of eight across general accounting, AP, AR, and payroll, and will play a central role in an active technology transformation agenda spanning sales tax automation, AP and AR workflow automation, and treasury management. This is a hands‑on leadership role for an operator who takes pride in clean books, disciplined controls, and building scalable systems.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Financial Close & Reporting
Multi-State Sales Tax Compliance
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
Technology Transformation
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversight
Payroll Oversight
Cash & Treasury Management
Audit, Tax & External Compliance
M&A & Transaction Support
Team Leadership & Development

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field.

10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years as a Controller or Assistant Controller.

Prior experience managing a multi-function accounting team spanning general accounting, AP, AR, and/or payroll.

Demonstrated experience with multi-state sales tax compliance; working knowledge of nexus rules, exemption certificates, and multi‑jurisdiction filing obligations.

Thorough command of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Experience in a private equity‑backed, sponsor‑owned, or similarly performance‑driven business environment.

Demonstrated ability to manage a disciplined monthly close process and produce timely, accurate financial statements.

Strong knowledge of internal controls design and implementation in a multi‑location environment.

Proven leadership and team‑building skills with a track record of developing accounting professionals at multiple levels.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with mid‑market ERP platforms (e.g., Net Suite, Sage Intacct, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics).

Excellent communication skills; able to present financial information clearly to the CFO, operational leadership, and external parties.

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA (active or inactive)

Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm)

Hands‑on experience implementing or managing a sales tax automation platform (e.g., Avalara, Vertex)

Experience leading or participating in finance technology implementations (AP automation, AR automation, treasury management systems)

Industry experience in field services, industrial services, or equipment; familiarity with job costing and service revenue recognition

Experience supporting M&A financial due diligence or post‑acquisition accounting integration

Experience working alongside a dedicated FP&A function with clearly defined swim lanes

MBA or Master’s in Accounting or Finance

The qualified candidate will be able to pass drug, alcohol, background, and motor vehicle check.

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