Controller

CornerStone Staffing; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

On-site work

Job summary

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking an experienced Controller for a direct-hire role with a public-sector organization in Fort Worth, TX. The candidate will oversee financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and audit activities, ensuring accuracy and transparency in government accounting standards.

The ideal leader has extensive governmental accounting experience, strong technical expertise with GASB, and a proven ability to drive complex reporting initiatives while collaborating

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Extensive GASB knowledge and public-sector accounting experience.
• Proven track record leading financial statement audits.
• Experience with ACFR, SEFA, and Single Audit.
• Strong regulatory compliance and internal control expertise.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and oversight of annual audited financial statements and regulatory disclosures.
• Direct the development of the ACFR in accordance with GASB.
• Manage annual financial audits and Single Audits with external auditors.
• Oversee SEFA preparation and federal/state/local reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with governmental accounting principles and internal controls.
• Provide leadership to accounting personnel and drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with executive leadership for financial analysis and strategic recommendations.

Skills

CPA license

GASB knowledge

Audit leadership

Public-sector accounting

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Job description

Job Title: Controller

Location: Fort Worth, TX

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking an experienced Controller for a direct-hire opportunity with an established public-sector organization in the Fort Worth area. This leadership position will oversee financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and audit activities while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and adherence to governmental accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring extensive governmental accounting experience, strong technical expertise, and a proven ability to lead complex financial reporting initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and oversight of annual audited financial statements, financial reports, and required regulatory disclosures.
• Direct the development and completion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements.
• Manage annual financial audits and Single Audits, coordinating with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Oversee the preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and applicable federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with governmental accounting principles, internal controls, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to accounting personnel, supporting accurate financial reporting and continuous process improvement.
• Evaluate financial processes, identify opportunities for greater efficiency, and implement improvements to strengthen financial operations.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and internal departments to provide financial analysis, reporting, and strategic recommendations.

Requirements:

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards required.
• Extensive experience leading financial statement audits and preparing audited financial reports required.
• Governmental or public‑sector accounting experience required; municipal or city government experience strongly preferred.
• Experience preparing or overseeing Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFR).
• Knowledge of Single Audit requirements, federal grant reporting, and the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).
• Strong understanding of governmental financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage complex reporting deadlines and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Location: On-site
• Salary: Up to $160,000 annually
• Benefits: Competitive benefits package