Corporate Controller

Apache Industrial Holdings; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Industrial Services seeks a Corporate Controller to oversee accounting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance across multi‑location operations. You will lead financial reporting, audits, and strategic finance initiatives.

Ideal candidates hold a CPA, have 10+ years in accounting with Controller experience, and possess strong knowledge of US GAAP, consolidation, and intercompany processes. Industrial services experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience including a Controller role.
• CPA is required; CMA may be considered in lieu of CPA.
• US GAAP proficiency is required; multi‑entity consolidation and intercompany accounting experience.
• Experience in industrial services, construction, field services, or related project‑based industry is preferred; familiarity with job costing and percentage‑of‑completion accounting.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial data for internal and external statements.
• Manage month‑end and year‑end close of income statement and balance sheet.
• Oversee cash management and cash‑flow reporting.
• Produce monthly financial reports and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Lead accounting operations including AP, billing, collections, and payroll.
• Maintain documented accounting policies and procedures.
• Coordinate external audits and regulatory reporting.
• Develop and lead corporate accounting team; manage budgeting and risk controls.

Skills

US GAAP proficiency

Consolidation

Intercompany accounting

Financial reporting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree preferred

CPA

CMA may be considered in lieu of CPA

Job description

Position Title

Corporate Controller

Reports To

CFO

Position Summary

The Corporate Controller is responsible for the company’s accounting practices, internal controls, regulatory compliance, maintenance of fiscal records, and preparation of financial reports. The role oversees general accounting, property accounting, cost accounting, and regulatory reporting across the company’s multi‑entity, multi‑location operations, and is responsible for planning and execution of external financial and operational audits. The Controller prepares financial analyses of operations, including interim and final financial statements with supporting schedules, and demonstrates expertise in finance and accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.

Essential Functions – Financial Reporting & Close

• Handles the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements.
• Responsible for month‑end and year‑end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis.
• Manages daily cash and prepares cash‑flow reports, monitoring cash position and providing cash flow reporting at daily intervals.
• Oversees production of monthly financial reports and ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Essential Functions – Accounting Operations

• Plans and directs all accounting operational functions.
• Researches, plans, and implements department initiatives.
• Guides operations, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll.
• Implements and maintains documented accounting policies and procedures.
• Manages bank/treasury functions, including approving cash disbursements, handling letters of credit, and debt/covenant reporting.
• Assists in formulating and maintaining the department budget.

Essential Functions – Audit & Controls

• Manages planning and execution of the annual audit by external auditors, ensuring timely completion on budget.
• Manages other external audits such as sales tax audits and customer audits.
• Responsible for statutory reporting requirements.
• Determines areas of process improvement and recommends enhancements to internal accounting systems.
• Assists with preparation of income tax returns, ensuring timely filing.
• Ensures timely filing of indirect tax returns and oversees related audits.
• Maintains a robust internal control environment to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial data and safeguarding of company assets.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions – Leadership & Strategy

• Collaborates across departmental functions and provides support to other business operations related to financial reporting and accounting.
• Develops, leads, and manages the corporate accounting team, including hiring, training, performance management, and resource planning.
• Proactively identifies risks and opportunities in financial statements and provides management with information vital to decision‑making.
• Demonstrates strong business acumen, translating financial data into operational insights that inform decisions across the company.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a Controller role.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required; Certified Management Accountant (CMA) may be considered in lieu of CPA.
• US GAAP proficiency required; multi‑entity consolidation and intercompany accounting experience required.
• Experience in industrial services, construction, field services, specialty contracting, or a related project‑based industry strongly preferred; familiarity with job costing and percentage‑of‑completion accounting.

Work Conditions / Physical Demands

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Equal Opportunity

Apache Industrial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.