Controller

Search Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Services is seeking an experienced Controller for their Houston-based construction company. The role involves overseeing all aspects of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and cash flow management, with a strong emphasis on construction experience and a hands-on approach. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing budgeting processes, and ensuring compliance with financial controls. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 5-15+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5-15+ years of accounting experience; public accounting experience strongly desirable.
• Prior experience in the construction industry, including percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting, required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and compliance reporting.
• Lead company cash flow planning and projections.
• Ensure adherence to a strong framework of financial controls.
• Perform and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare monthly WIP schedule.
• Track and manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Serve as the primary lead during the annual financial statement audit.
• Manage overall budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Support financial decision-making with owners and executives.
• Manage special projects and other assignments as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Construction industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Summary

Houston construction company seeks experienced Controller for small accounting department. Must have construction experience and a hands on attitude!

Details

Our Client is a privately owned construction company based in Houston, TX, with more than 30 years of success. Located in West Houston, the company specializes in project development across retail, industrial, commercial, and restaurant/hospitality sectors. The company had a long time Controller who retired, and they have been outsourcing this role since. They are now seeking a new Controller to join the organization and to grow with the new generation of leadership.

Specifics about the position

The Controller will serve as a key financial leader and strategic partner within the organization, overseeing all aspects of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and cash flow management. This role requires a hands‑on professional with strong analytical skills, a proactive problem‑solving mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, in‑person environment. The Controller will play a critical role in maintaining financial discipline, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the company’s long‑term growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and compliance reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead company cash flow planning and projections.
• Ensure adherence to a strong framework of financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Perform and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare monthly WIP schedule.
• Track and manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Serve as the primary lead during the annual financial statement audit, including preparation of PBCs and coordination with external auditors.
• Manage overall budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with department leaders to align results with expectations.
• Work closely with owners, executives, and operations teams to support financial decision-making.
• Manage and participate in special projects and other assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• 5–15+ years of accounting experience; public accounting experience strongly desirable.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Prior experience in the construction industry, including percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting, required.