Controller

Controller

A high-growth professional services firm is seeking a hands-on and strategic Controller to lead and scale its accounting operations. With rapid expansion on the horizon, including multiple pending acquisitions, this role is ideal for a CPA who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to make a lasting impact during a transformational phase.

This role reports directly to the CFO and is responsible for managing a full-spectrum accounting team. The Controller will drive operational excellence across financial systems, lead audit and compliance efforts, and play a critical role in post-acquisition integration.

Focus:

Own financial reporting across the enterprise – leading the monthly close, compliance, internal controls, and consolidated reporting across multiple states.

Serve as a key business partner to the CFO and executive team – supporting financial strategy, capital investment decisions, and long-range planning.

Oversee due diligence and integration efforts related to upcoming M&A activity.

Manage and mentor a team of accountants and specialists across AR, AP, payroll, and general ledger.

Lead initiatives for ERP implementation, systems automation, and financial data integrity.

Ensure U.S. GAAP compliance, support SOX readiness, and drive internal audit processes.

Oversee cash flow forecasting, treasury management, and tax compliance in a multi-state environment.

Continuously improve processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency as the company scales.

Skill Set:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Active CPA license (Texas preferred).

10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a Controller or Director-level role.

Deep technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Demonstrated experience managing accounting through M&A events and integration.

Background in mid-sized environments ($50M-$100M in revenue), ideally in services, consulting, or SaaS sectors.

Expertise in ERP systems implementation and process automation.

Skilled leader who has managed and grown accounting teams in multi-entity companies.

Bonus if you bring Big 4 public accounting experience, MBA, or exposure to PE/VC-backed businesses.

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