<p>Controller</p><p>Location: The Woodlands, TX (near Hughes Landing)</p><p>Schedule: In-Office</p><p>Overview</p><p>Our client, a highly respected and profitable international organization headquartered in The Woodlands, is seeking a Controller to join their team due to a planned retirement. With over 100 years of operational excellence, this company is a recognized leader in its industry and is known for its stability, strong culture, and exceptionally low turnover.</p><p>This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who values work-life balance while still playing a meaningful role in a well-established, global business. The Controller will report directly to a technically strong CFO (CPA, public accounting background) who values accuracy, integrity, and a collaborative approach.</p><p>Position Summary</p><p>The Controller will be responsible for overseeing the full accounting cycle and supporting financial planning activities for the organization. This individual will lead day-to-day accounting operations while also contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts.</p><p>This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working in the details while also partnering with leadership to drive financial insight.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage the full-cycle accounting process, including:</li><li>Month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close</li><li>General ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations</li><li>Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes</li><li>Partner with the CFO and senior leadership to provide financial insights and recommendations</li><li>Manage and develop a small team (AP/AR and Finance professional)</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting procedures</li><li>Support external audit processes and coordinate with auditors as needed</li><li>Assist with process improvements and system efficiencies</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)</li><li>CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred</li><li>Public accounting background required (Big 4 or reputable regional firm preferred)</li><li>7+ years of progressive accounting experience</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP</li><li>Experience overseeing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting</li><li>Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Proven ability to be hands-on while leading a small team</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to interact with senior leadership</li></ul>

<p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)</li><li>CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred</li><li>Public accounting background required (Big 4 or reputable regional firm preferred)</li><li>7+ years of progressive accounting experience</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP</li><li>Experience overseeing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting</li><li>Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Proven ability to be hands-on while leading a small team</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to interact with senior leadership</li></ul>

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