Corporate Controller

Allen Austin

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prestigious engineering firm based in Houston is seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee financial operations and compliance. This high-impact role requires a strategic leader with extensive accounting experience and expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365. Candidates should possess strong leadership qualities and a CPA designation is preferred. This is a full-time position within an employee-owned company focused on innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
At least 5 years as a senior or corporate controller.
Deep technical accounting knowledge and strong command of GAAP.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger.
Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Power BI

Project-based accounting

Government contract compliance

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Corporate Controller – Houston, Texas | On-Site

Represented by Allen Austin Executive Search

The Opportunity

Allen Austin is representing a highly respected, employee-owned engineering and professional services firm in the search for a Corporate Controller. This is a high-impact leadership role for an accomplished financial executive with deep technical expertise, proven leadership, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, project-based environment.

The Corporate Controller will be a strategic partner to the executive team, overseeing all aspects of financial operations, compliance, and reporting while driving process improvements, ERP optimization, and scalable infrastructure to support growth. This role requires a leader who can blend precision with progress—ensuring accuracy and compliance while advancing systems, processes, and team capability.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and project-based accounting.
Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, delivering accurate and timely GAAP-compliant financial statements.
Oversee project accounting practices and government contract compliance, ensuring cost tracking and reporting align with contract requirements.
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors, maintaining strong internal controls and governance.
Advance ERP capabilities, specifically Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), to drive automation, data integrity, and business intelligence.
Collaborate cross-functionally to provide financial insights that inform decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning.
Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing accounting team aligned with organizational culture and growth goals.

The Ideal Candidate

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; advanced degree or MBA preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation strongly preferred.
10+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience, with at least 5 years as a senior or corporate controller.
Expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and Power BI, with proven ability to optimize ERP functionality.
Strong background in project-based accounting and government contract compliance.
Deep technical accounting knowledge with a strong command of GAAP, internal controls, and audit readiness.
Skilled communicator with executive presence and the ability to engage senior leadership and Boards.
Collaborative leader who can inspire, mentor, and elevate a high-performing accounting team.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to:

Join a values-driven, employee-owned company with a reputation for technical excellence and innovation.
Partner directly with the CFO and executive team to shape financial strategy and infrastructure.
Lead cultural and operational impact by advancing systems, controls, and talent capability.
Contribute to an organization with a strong growth trajectory and a mission-driven culture of collaboration, trust, and accountability.

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