Controller

We are looking for a Controller to lead core accounting activities and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in Houston, Texas. This position plays a central role in managing the general ledger, overseeing contract-based revenue recognition, and strengthening accounting processes in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate across teams while improving efficiency and control.

Responsibilities:
• Direct daily accounting operations across the general ledger, payables, receivables, fixed assets, and the monthly close cycle.
• Manage revenue accounting for long-term projects using percentage-of-completion methodology in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare complete and accurate financial statements, management reports, and special analyses using Sage Intacct and other reporting tools.
• Review financial activity for accuracy, investigate unusual balances or discrepancies, and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance reviews.
• Coordinate audit support by assembling schedules, maintaining documentation, and responding to internal and external auditor requests.
• Work closely with operations, project teams, and leadership to enhance financial workflows and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and procedural documentation to support compliance and reporting integrity.
• Contribute to business initiatives and management requests involving system enhancements, reporting needs, and operational growth.• Proven experience with full-cycle accounting and ownership of the month-end close process.
• Strong knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting, work-in-progress tracking, and revenue recognition for long-term contracts.
• Background in fixed asset accounting, journal entry preparation, and adjusting entries.
• Ability to perform account reconciliations, analyze variances, and produce reliable financial reporting.
• Experience preparing audit schedules and supporting internal or external audit activities.
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and internal control documentation practices.
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as Sage Intacct and advanced financial reporting tools.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to operate effectively in a changing, hands-on environment without direct staff supervision.