Controller, Arlington (170K-180K+Bonus)

LHH; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A growing company in construction is seeking a Controller to oversee financial operations in Arlington, TX. This role involves leading the accounting team, managing financial audits, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred, and strong leadership skills. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, along with a 401(k). Full-time position available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred; Master’s degree in Accounting is a plus.
• Prior experience leading or managing annual financial audits.
• Experience with financial system implementations or systems integration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present financial information to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close process and prepare financial statements.
• Lead and manage the accounting team.
• Establish and enhance accounting policies and controls.
• Partner with CFO for budget and financial analyses.
• Manage annual financial audit and liaise with external auditors.
• Oversee debt covenant reporting.
• Provide leadership with financial and operational reports.
• Standardize and improve balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting leadership

GAAP knowledge

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Management expertise

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

CPA preferred

Master's degree in Accounting

Tools

Financial systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

LHH is seeking a Controller on behalf of a growing, private-equity–backed company in the construction industry. This positon is based in Arlington, TX. This organization operates across multiple states and continues to expand both organically and through acquisition. The ideal candidate will be an experienced accounting leader with a strong command of GAAP, hands-on management expertise, a background in multi-entity financial operations, and the ability to partner strategically with executive leadership.

This position pays 170K-180K+Bonus.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the month-end close process and prepare timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead and manage the accounting team, ensuring quality, efficiency, and ongoing development of department personnel.
• Establish, maintain, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to mitigate financial and operational risk.
• Partner with the CFO to develop annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and financial analyses supporting strategic decision-making.
• Manage the annual financial audit and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Oversee debt covenant reporting and ensure all lender requirements are met.
• Maintain and update weekly cash flow forecasting models.
• Provide leadership with ad hoc financial and operational reports to guide business performance.
• Standardize, review, and improve balance sheet reconciliations across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Support finance-related elements of system implementations and integrations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred; Master’s degree in Accounting is a plus.
• Prior experience leading or managing annual financial audits.
• Experience with financial system implementations or systems integration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present financial information to senior leadership, auditors, and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving business needs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to navigate complex or ambiguous situations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications.

If you are interested in this job or other Accounting and Finance career opportunities from LHH please email Rami Muhanna at [e-mail] or visit our website at www.lhh.com.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)