Controller

Korn Ferry

Sugar Land (TX)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 175,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus: 20%

Equity/Stock Purchase Plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading company in the electronics manufacturing sector is seeking a Controller for its Houston division. The ideal candidate will oversee all accounting operations, lead financial reporting, and ensure compliance with US GAAP. This role requires strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of financial processes in a manufacturing environment. The company offers a collaborative culture and opportunities for growth as it scales operations rapidly.

Qualifications

Minimum 10+ years of experience in accounting leadership.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and operational accounting.
Experience in manufacturing, multi-site, and multi-national environments.

Responsibilities

Full ownership of general ledger and accounting operations.
Leads financial close, consolidations, reporting, and compliance.
Acts as a strategic partner to FP&A and operations teams.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Detail-oriented

Process-driven

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or Master's degree

Tools

ERP

Oracle

PowerBI

Job description

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This range is provided by Korn Ferry. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a Controller.

Company Overview:

Our client is a key business unit within a publicly traded global manufacturing company with 12 sites and approximately 3,000 employees worldwide
Located in the Greater Houston area, this division specializes in advanced manufacturing and was recently acquired as part of the parent company’s expansion strategy in the electronics space
The business is undergoing rapid growth — increasing from $60M to a projected $130M in revenue over the next two years
Its international sister company, based in India, focuses on grid technology, and both entities are expected to double in size as part of a broader global growth plan
The Houston-based team operates in a young, casual, and collaborative environment, blending the culture of a mid-sized, family-style company with the standards of a publicly traded firm
The company is preparing to transition to a new consolidated facility within 18 months (less than 12 miles from the current location) as it scales operations

Role Summary:

Title: Controller – Electronics Division
Reports to: Global VP of Finance
Full ownership of general ledger and all accounting operations for the Houston-based business unit
Leads all aspects of financial close, consolidations, reporting, and compliance with US GAAP and internal policies
Oversees AR, AP, inventory accounting, cash management, tax compliance, and intercompany reconciliations
Plays a key leadership role in process improvement, system transitions (including ERP upgrades), and establishing standard work
Acts as a strategic partner to FP&A and operations teams and ensures timely and accurate delivery of financial data to executive leadership
Will manage 4 direct reports initially (including AR, AP, and a Senior Accountant) with plans to grow the team

Team Structure:

Reports to Global VP of Finance
Will engage directly with senior leadership, including VP and President of the division
Manages a small but quickly growing team and will be critical to leadership integration as the company scales
Expected to be both hands-on and strategic — someone who can coach, execute, and lead simultaneously

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or Master's degree strongly preferred
Minimum 10+ years of experience in accounting leadership, with at least 5+ years in a manufacturing, multi-site, and multi-national environment
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and operational accounting
Public company experience is a major plus
Cost accounting experience is highly valuable, especially for someone familiar with high-volume manufacturing
Demonstrated success in implementing and standardizing systems and processes across functions
ERP experience required — Oracle and PowerBI are strong pluses
Must be adaptable, detail-oriented, and process-driven with strong interpersonal and mentoring skills
Needs to be both a "doer" and a coach — able to dive into the work while developing others

Interview Process:

Round 1: Global VP of Finance
Round 2 & 3: Divisional VP and President
Bonus: 20% (80% based on divisional performance, 20% based on individual performance)
Equity/Stock Purchase Plan and comprehensive benefits
Schedule: Starts fully in-office, with flexibility to transition to a hybrid schedule (3/2 or 4/1 split) as onboarding and integration progress
Some domestic travel to company headquarters for leadership team meetings

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