Controller

Our client in West Houston is seeking an experienced Controller to lead and stabilize its accounting function. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role for a Controller who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes full ownership of outcomes, and brings both technical strength and leadership presence.

This position is ideal for someone who wants to run the day-to-day accounting operation end to end and build accountability within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead all day-to-day accounting operations in a high-volume, transactional environment
• Oversee and improve the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Manage journal entries, reconciliations, consolidations, and financial reporting across multiple entities
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and expense allocation efforts
• Partner closely with Operations leadership
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure financial integrity
• Serve as the primary point of contact for banks, vendors, and external stakeholders
• Coach, develop, and hold accountable a lean AR/AP and accounting team
• Identify process improvements and drive operational efficiencies without constant oversight

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven Controller experience in a multi-entity and multi-state environment
• Hands-on leader with the ability to balance execution and leadership
• Strong communicator who can lead teams, address performance issues, and partner cross-functionally
• Comfortable operating in a high-volume environment
• Brings Manufacturing, Logistics or relevant industry background
• Naturally proactive, decisive, and accountable

Technical Requirements

• NetSuite ERP experience strongly preferred
• Experience with consolidations, budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting

This position is no longer accepting applications. However, we welcome you to submit your resume to info@mksearch.com for consideration in future opportunities.