Corporate Controller

Trendsetter Engineering•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Corporate Controller is responsible for leading the enterprise accounting function and ensuring timely,accurate, and well -controlled financial reporting across multiple entities. This role partners closely with the SeniorVice President of Finance, accounting managers, and cross -functional leaders to direct the monthly, quarterly, andannual close; oversee consolidations; strengthen internal controls; support audits; and drive processimprovement, systems optimization, and appropriate use of automation and AI tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. CPA preferred; candidates with a Master of Accountancy and strongrelevant experience will also be considered.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities in monthly close, financialreporting, consolidations, and audit support.
Strong experience in a multi -entity environment. Experience in oil and gas, manufacturing, construction, industrialservices, or other project based businesses is strongly preferred.
Deep working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, general ledger accounting, accountreconciliations, and internal controls.
Experience managing or developing accounting staff, including work allocation, performance management, andemployee development.
Prior experience working with external auditors and preparing audit workpapers and supporting schedules.
Proficient knowledge of intercompany accounting, fixed assets, inventory, and project accounting; familiarity withinternational entities and IFRS -based reporting is a plus.
Experience with ERP and accounting systems such as SAP, IFS Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or similarplatforms.
Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivots, and financial analysis.
Familiarity with close automation tools such as BlackLine or FloQast is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, communicate clearly, and lead throughchange.

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities, with accountability for accuracy,timeliness, and consistency.
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, close checklists, and supporting schedules.
Own the preparation and consolidation of financial statements and management reporting packages in accordancewith U.S. GAAP.
Oversee intercompany accounting, eliminations, fixed assets, inventory, project accounting, and other significantgeneral ledger areas.
Direct the preparation for internal and external audits, including audit schedules, technical support, and timelyresolution of audit requests.
Maintain and improve accounting policies, close procedures, internal controls, and documentation standards.
Coordinate with international and third -party accounting resources to obtain complete, accurate, and timelyfinancial information from subsidiaries and affiliates.
Partner with operations, HR, IT, tax, and finance leadership to resolve accounting issues, improve data quality, andsupport sound decision -making.
Identify and implement opportunities to streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and improve reporting throughsystems enhancements, automation, and practical use of AI tools.
Support finance system implementations, ERP optimization, and reporting process improvements.
Supervise accounting managers and staff accountants, set clear performance expectations, assign work effectively,and monitor quality and deadlines.
Coach, develop, and mentor team members through training, feedback, succession planning, and continuousimprovement of technical and leadership capabilities.
Help build an accountable, collaborative accounting organization by standardizing processes, reinforcingownership, and promoting professional growth.