Assistant Controller: ERP & Financial Operations Leader

Search Services; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Services Assistant Controller will support the Controller in overseeing accounting and financial reporting, focusing on accurate records, month-end close, and strong internal controls. You will serve as ERP administrator to ensure scalable financial operations and reliable data across the organization.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervision, GAAP expertise, and strong Excel skills to produce timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with experience in a supervisory or senior-level accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Demonstrated experience administering, managing, or significantly supporting an ERP system.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with financial reporting and analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller with the day-to-day management of the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, providing direction, training, and ongoing performance feedback.
• Review the work of accounting staff for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Review account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and applicable financial regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Serve as a primary finance/business administrator and subject-matter expert for the company's ERP system.
• Manage the chart of accounts, financial reporting structures, user roles, workflows, and system controls.
• Develop and maintain ERP processes, documentation, and user procedures.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes and improve data accuracy and efficiency.
• Train and support accounting and other employees in effective use of the ERP system.
• Develop and maintain financial reports within the ERP and related reporting tools.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP System

Excel

Job description

Search Services Assistant Controller will support the Controller in overseeing accounting and financial reporting, focusing on accurate records, month-end close, and strong internal controls. You will serve as ERP administrator to ensure scalable financial operations and reliable data across the organization.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervision, GAAP expertise, and strong Excel skills to produce timely