Assistant Controller, Irving (125K-135K+Bonus)

LHH; Irving (TX); Vor Ort; USD 125.000 - 135.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

LHH is seeking an Assistant Controller for a growing manufacturing and distribution organization in Irving, TX. The role is designed to build and scale a regional finance function across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of progressive accounting experience, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and the ability to establish processes, strengthen controls, and partner with operational leadership.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA preferred or active CPA status.
• Minimum five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in multi-entity environments is highly desired.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and financial reporting expertise.

Aufgaben

• Manage month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements per U.S. GAAP.
• Establish and maintain regional accounting policies and internal controls.
• Partner with regional leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and performance insights.
• Coordinate with corporate accounting, IT, and shared services on systems, reporting, and AP/AR controls.
• Support acquisition due diligence, onboarding, opening balance sheet reviews, banking transitions, and integration.
• Assist with external audits, tax reporting, vendor 1099s, cash management, inventory reviews, and ad hoc projects.

Kenntnisse

U.S. GAAP

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Internal controls

Budgeting

Forecasting

Multi-entity

General ledger

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Jobbeschreibung

LHH is seeking an Assistant Controller for a growing organization in the manufacturing/distribution space in Irving. This position pays 125K-135K.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to help build and scale a regional finance function within a multi-entity business experiencing continued growth. The ideal candidate brings at least five years of progressive accounting experience, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and the ability to establish processes, strengthen controls, and partner with operational leadership in a dynamic environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and review month-end close activities, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements, and trial balances to ensure accurate, timely reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Establish and maintain regional accounting policies, internal controls, and close procedures. Analyze financial results, review discrepancies, and report on key performance indicators, including bookings and backlog.
• Partner with regional finance leadership to build accounting infrastructure, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide insight into financial performance.
• Coordinate with corporate accounting, IT, and shared services teams on financial systems integration, reporting processes, and accounts payable and receivable controls.
• Support acquisition due diligence, onboarding, opening balance sheet reviews, banking transitions, vendor setup, and integration of acquired businesses into established accounting systems and close schedules.
• Support annual external audits and corporate tax reporting, prepare vendor Forms 1099 as needed, manage bank accounts and daily cash activities, and assist with inventory reviews and other projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred.
• At least five years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a multi-entity environment.
• Experience in construction, engineering, distribution, or a related industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and management accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close, financial controls, and process development.
• Willingness to work in-office and travel approximately 15–20% within the region