Controller

Wilder Systems; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance - Company Paid

Holiday/PTO

Job summary

Wilder Systems is seeking a hands-on Controller to own day-to-day accounting operations and the monthly close. You will manage the general ledger, produce financial statements, and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.

This role requires public accounting audit experience, a CPA, and ten years of progressive accounting background with strong U.S. GAAP knowledge. You will lead the accounting team and drive internal controls improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA certification required.
• Minimum ten years of progressive accounting experience.
• Audit experience in public accounting is required.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Demonstrated full month-end close ownership.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close with the close calendar, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules under U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare annual budget, report budget vs. actuals and perform variance analysis for management and investors.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts with timely postings.
• Lead the external audit process: respond to requests and resolve issues.
• Design and enforce internal controls over financial reporting; address gaps.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting activities.
• Manage sales and use tax and support income tax filings with external advisors.
• Partner with department leaders on budget vs. actual reporting and explanations.
• Drive process improvements to shorten close and improve reporting accuracy.
• Support special projects including accounting research and documentation.
• Oversee the accounting team.

Skills

Advanced Excel

U.S. GAAP

Financial reporting

Auditing

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Controller

Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: CFO
Location: OKC

About the Role

Wilder Systems is looking for a Controller to own the day-to-day accounting operations and the monthly close. This is a hands‑on leadership role: you will manage the general ledger, produce accurate and timely financial statements, and serve as the primary point of contact for our external auditors.

We are looking for someone who has sat on the audit side of the table. A background in public accounting means you already know what clean workpapers, well‑supported reconciliations, and defensible judgments look like - and you will bring that standard to our books.

What You'll Do

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including the close calendar, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare annual budget, report budget to actuals, and perform monthly variance analysis and recommendations; report to management, board, and investors
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts, and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
• Serve as the primary liaison for the annual external audit - prepare the PBC schedules, respond to auditor requests, and resolve issues before they become findings.
• Design, document, and enforce internal controls over financial reporting; identify gaps and implement practical improvements.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting activities.
• Manage sales and use tax, and support income tax filings prepared by outside advisors.
• Partner with department leaders on budget-versus-actual reporting and variance explanations.
• Drive process and system improvements to shorten the close and increase reporting accuracy.
• Support special projects, including technical accounting research and documentation of accounting positions.
• Oversee the accounting team

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• CPA
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive accounting experience.
• Audit experience in public accounting is required.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience owning or leading a full month‑end close.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with a mid‑market or enterprise ERP / accounting system.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders.
• High degree of accuracy, professional skepticism, and discretion with confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a company‑side accounting role after leaving public accounting.
• Experience with ERP implementation, migration, or process automation.
• Experience with manufacturing companies
• Experience with federal contracts and reporting
• Master's degree in Accounting or an MBA.

What We Offer

• Retirement Plan with matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• STD, LTD, Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Holiday/PTO

Wilder Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.