Assistant Controller for Construction & HVAC Finance

KEENER MANAGEMENT LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalyst in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to join the Accounting/Finance department. The role reports to the CFO and supports day-to-day accounting operations, ensures timely financial reporting, strengthens internal controls, and aids in financial planning and operational goals.

Responsibilities include managing AP/AR/payroll/GL, close processes, financial statement preparation, job costing for construction/HVAC, budgeting, and cash flow management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience in the construction industry and/or HVAC industry required.
• Strong understanding of full cycle accounting, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger.
• Demonstrated experience with job costing and WIP reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller in managing all accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Manage and review month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee job costing, WIP reporting, and job profitability analysis for construction and HVAC projects.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Analyze financial data and prepare variance analysis and management reports.
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate job cost tracking and reporting.
• Assist in system implementations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
• Act as a backup to the Controller as needed.
• May be asked to participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ServiceTitan

FieldEdge

JobTread

Job description

Catalyst in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to join the Accounting/Finance department. The role reports to the CFO and supports day-to-day accounting operations, ensures timely financial reporting, strengthens internal controls, and aids in financial planning and operational goals.

Responsibilities include managing AP/AR/payroll/GL, close processes, financial statement preparation, job costing for construction/HVAC, budgeting, and cash flow management.