Controller

Crest Industries • Gonzales, LA

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About The Position

Optimal Field Services is hiring a Controller to serve as a key financial leader supporting operations, financial reporting, and business performance. This role owns the month-end close process, financial analysis, and daily accounting operations, while partnering with leadership to drive data-driven decisions, improve profitability, and strengthen overall financial health. This is more than a traditional accounting role—you will help shape business outcomes, not just report on them.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, month-end close, and internal controls
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Knowledge of sales tax, use tax, and property tax compliance
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across operations and leadership

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing, construction, industrial services, or turnaround environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead Month-End Close & Financial Reporting: Complete close within 5 business days; deliver accurate financial statements in compliance with GAAP and company standards
• Financial Analysis & Business Insights: Analyze financial data, trends, and variances to identify risks, opportunities, and performance drivers
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial projections
• Operational Finance Partnership: Collaborate with operations and project teams to support cost control, turnaround execution, and resource optimization
• Accounting Operations Management: Oversee accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), cash management, accruals, fixed assets, and cost allocations
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Establish and maintain strong internal controls; ensure compliance with audits, tax regulations (sales, use, property tax), and reporting requirements
• Cash Flow & Balance Sheet Management: Provide visibility into cash flow, working capital, and balance sheet performance
• Reporting & Metrics: Deliver key business metrics (utilization, project performance, BRT reporting) to drive leadership decisions
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements within ERP systems and financial workflows

Benefits

• We Take Care of Our People
• We Are Our Word
• We Value Relationships
• We Have Something to Prove

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior