Corporate Controller

Finatal; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Finatal is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the accounting organization, report to the CFO, and drive scalable financial processes in a fast-paced, acquisition-driven environment.

The role oversees close, reporting, tax, payroll, and audits, and collaborates with executives on budgeting and strategic decisions. Preference for candidates with private equity-backed, multi-site experience and strong M&A track record.

Qualifications

• CPA is required to lead financial reporting and audits.
• Experience leading accounting teams in multi-site organizations.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Proven M&A experience including due diligence and integration.
• Private equity-backed, high-growth exposure is preferred.
• Experience in branch-based or commercial services environments is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, GL, tax, and reporting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close with US GAAP compliance.
• Manage annual audit, internal controls, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead accounting support for acquisitions and post-close integration.
• Build a high-performing accounting and shared services organization.
• Standardize policies, processes, and financial controls across entities.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting.

Skills

Leadership

US GAAP knowledge

M&A due diligence

Education

Active CPA

Job description

Location:

Remote with significant travel (2-3 weeks/month). Preference for candidates in Texas, Raleigh NC, or Washington, DC.

Company Overview

Our client is a private equity-backed commercial building services platform experiencing significant growth through both organic expansion and an active acquisition strategy. Operating a national, branch-based platform, the company continues to scale rapidly through acquisitions while investing in the people, processes, and systems needed to support its next phase of growth.

Job Description

As the Corporate Controller, you will report directly to the CFO and lead the company's accounting organization, overseeing financial reporting, month-end close, tax, payroll, shared services, internal controls, and audit activities. You'll play a critical role in acquisition due diligence and post-close integration while partnering closely with executive leadership to standardize processes and build a scalable accounting function. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, acquisition-driven environment and is looking for a clear path toward future executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, tax, and financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring US GAAP compliance.
• Manage the annual audit, internal controls, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead accounting support for acquisitions, including due diligence and post-close integration.
• Build and develop a high-performing accounting and shared services organization.
• Standardize accounting policies, processes, and financial controls across acquired businesses.
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, KPI reporting, and operational decision-making.
• Drive automation, process improvements, and scalable accounting infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Active CPA required.
• Progressive accounting leadership experience within a multi-site, complex organization.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAP, audits, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Proven M&A experience, including due diligence and integration.
• Experience leading large accounting teams and developing high-performing talent.
• Background in private equity-backed, high-growth organizations preferred.
• Experience in commercial services, building services, facilities services, industrial services, construction, distribution, or other branch-based businesses is highly preferred. POC/WIP accounting experience is a strong plus.