Controller, Richardson (175K-180K+Bonus)

LHH; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Corporate Controller for a small, publicly traded organization in a highly regulated, growth-oriented environment. This hands-on accounting leader will own the accounting function, lead the close processes, and provide strategic financial insights to executive leadership.

The role requires a CPA with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience and deep SEC reporting expertise, in a lean, growth-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA certification is required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership at Controller level.
• Strong SEC reporting and U.S. GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the accounting function, including general ledger, revenue recognition, billing, AP, AR, payroll, and financial statement preparation
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local reporting requirements
• Maintain Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404(a) compliance, including internal control design, documentation, testing, and evaluation
• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance, including income, payroll, and sales/use taxes
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely filings and effective tax planning
• Manage treasury functions, including cash management, banking relationships, forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
• Provide financial insights and analysis to leadership on pricing, contracts, capital investments, cost management, and strategic initiatives
• Mentor and develop accounting staff and external resources, fostering a collaborative and accountable culture

Skills

Technical accounting

SEC reporting

Leadership

SOX compliance

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Job description

LHH is seeking a Corporate Controller for a small, publicly traded organization operating in a highly regulated, growth-oriented environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in lean teams, brings deep technical accounting and SEC reporting expertise, and is comfortable owning both strategic oversight and day-to-day execution. The successful candidate will play a critical role in financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and partnering with executive leadership to support business decisions and scalability.

This position pays 175K-180K+Bonus,

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the accounting function, including general ledger, revenue recognition, billing, AP, AR, payroll, and financial statement preparation
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local reporting requirements
• Maintain Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404(a) compliance, including internal control design, documentation, testing, and evaluation
• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance, including income, payroll, and sales/use taxes
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely filings and effective tax planning
• Manage treasury functions, including cash management, banking relationships, forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
• Provide financial insights and analysis to leadership on pricing, contracts, capital investments, cost management, and strategic initiatives
• Mentor and develop accounting staff and external resources, fostering a collaborative and accountable culture

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required
• CPA required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior leadership experience at the Controller level or similar
• Proven SEC reporting experience requiredStrong technical accounting expertise with deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Public accounting background strongly preferred
• Experience in a small, lean, or high-growth environment highly desirable
• Hands-on leadership style with strong ownership, attention to detail, and accountability