Controller

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Mechanical Group, Inc. in Richardson, TX seeks a hands-on Controller to lead accounting and financial operations during a period of growth within a healthcare services organization.

This role offers the opportunity to partner with executive leadership to shape the finance function and build scalable processes. You will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, internal controls, and cash management, while serving as a strategic business partner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 5+ years in Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience leading month-end and year-end close processes.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, payroll oversight, and fixed assets.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls.
• Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Oversee cash flow, treasury management, and working capital.
• Champion process improvements and scalable financial systems.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Financial controls

Strategic partnership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

A top client is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a growing healthcare services organization located in Richardson, TX. This is a unique opportunity to join a leadership team during an exciting period of organizational transition and help build the financial infrastructure for the company's next chapter.

The Controller will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, internal controls, cash management, and compliance while serving as a strategic business partner to executive leadership. This individual must be equally comfortable operating at both the strategic and tactical levels, with a willingness to roll up their sleeves.

Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, the Controller will be responsible for the integrity of the company's financial reporting, accounting operations, and financial controls. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong technical accounting expertise, exceptional analytical skills, and experience building scalable financial processes within healthcare or other service-based organizations.

As the Controller, you are responsible for:

Financial Leadership

• Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, and fixed assets
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and management reports
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial procedures
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors
• Manage tax compliance and relationships with outside accounting firms

Cash & Treasury Management

• Monitor cash flow and working capital
• Oversee banking relationships
• Support cash forecasting and liquidity planning

Process Improvement

• Evaluate and improve accounting systems and workflows
• Implement scalable processes that support future growth
• Identify automation opportunities and operational efficiencies

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, HR, and executive leadership

To be considered for the role, you must possess:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 5+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience leading month-end and year-end close processes
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems
• Proven ability to operate successfully in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Preferred

• CPA designation
• Healthcare services experience
• Experience in a private equity-backed or entrepreneurial company
• Experience improving financial processes and controls during periods of change
• Familiarity with multi-location operations