Controller

Elevate Human Capital; Woodville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 20% annual bonus

Job summary

Elevate Human Capital is seeking a Controller for a client in Woodville, Texas. The role partners with senior leadership to oversee all accounting, financial operations, and internal controls, driving strategic decision‑making and growth initiatives in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include leading accounting functions, ensuring GAAP compliance, managing budgets, and collaborating with department heads on cost management and capital planning. Strong leadership and CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Controller experience preferred; strong leadership in Senior Accountant roles considered.
• Manufacturing or process‑driven industry experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of general and cost accounting principles; GAAP compliance.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and finance functions, including internal controls and policy development.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and risk mitigation with timely statements.
• Prepare cash flow analyses, financial statements, and forecasts on various cadences.
• Coordinate audit support and external reporting requirements.
• Manage budgets, cost allocation, capital tracking, and project accounting.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, journal entries, and month/year‑end closes.
• Lead recruitment, mentoring, and performance management of finance staff.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Manufacturing experience

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Change management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA designation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

EHC is looking for a Controller for a Client in Woodville, Tx

Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Bonus Opportunity: Up to 20% Annual Bonus

Position Summary

The Controller serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations. This role partners with executive leadership to develop, implement, and manage financial strategies, accounting processes, reporting functions, cost allocation methodologies, capital management, and internal controls. The Controller will play a critical role in supporting business growth initiatives through financial leadership, operational partnership, and strategic decision‑making.

Strong Senior Staff Accountants who have demonstrated leadership abilities, analytical strength, and readiness to advance into a Controller role are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations

• Lead all accounting and finance functions, including the development and maintenance of accounting systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting while minimizing risk and strengthening financial processes.
• Prepare and present cash flow analyses, financial statements, and financial forecasts on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Coordinate internal and external financial reporting requirements, including audit support.
• Review and approve journal entries, inventory transactions, payroll activity, accounts payable processing, and account reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with department leaders to develop and manage annual operating budgets.
• Oversee capital expenditure tracking and ensure accurate project accounting.

Contract, Vendor & Customer Management

• Ensure billing, receivables, and accounting practices align with contractual requirements and service agreements.
• Support contract negotiations and financial reviews as needed.
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to maximize operational and financial efficiencies.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, coaching, and employee development.
• Establish departmental goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and reporting metrics.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Address employee concerns, resolve issues, and communicate organizational policies and procedures effectively.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as a proactive problem solver with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Support health, safety, and environmental initiatives and compliance efforts.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Areas of Oversight

This position oversees all finance and accounting activities, including:

• General Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• Tax Compliance
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• Fixed Assets
• Inventory and Production Costs
• Month‑End and Year‑End Close Processes

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Preferred Education

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation highly preferred

Experience & Skills

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Previous Controller experience preferred; candidates with strong leadership experience in Senior Accountant or similar roles will be considered.
• Manufacturing, industrial, chemical, or process‑driven industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of General Accounting and Cost Accounting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, leadership, team‑building, and change management skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Experience handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Strong business acumen and ability to drive process improvements and organizational change.
• Flexibility to work occasional extended hours when business needs require.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, stretching, stooping, crouching, climbing, and repetitive motion activities.
• Ability to lift and move items exceeding 10 pounds on occasion.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment capabilities are required.

Work Environment

This role is primarily performed in an office environment but may require time spent in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Conditions may include exposure to:

• Heat and varying temperatures
• Dust, odors, and vibration
• Moving machinery and mechanical equipment
• Vehicular traffic
• Elevated noise levels
• Various weather conditions when outside operational facilities

Employees may be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and work overtime, weekends, holidays, or respond to emergency situations as business demands require.