Financial Controller

Hirestaff.ai; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirestaff.ai is seeking a seasoned accounting leader to take ownership of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in a high-growth environment.

You will ensure general ledger integrity, oversee AP, payroll controls, and internal controls design while providing clear management reporting to senior leadership. CPA preferred and ERP-driven processes are core to daily workflows.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership background.
• Strong GAAP, audit, and internal controls experience.
• ERP-driven accounting environment experience.
• Experience in multi-division or project-based environments a plus.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end ownership of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• General ledger integrity, reconciliations, and consolidated financial reporting.
• GAAP compliance, audit readiness, and external reporting support.
• Design and enforcement of internal controls, policies, and SOPs.
• Oversight of AP, corporate credit cards, and payroll controls.
• Job costing, margin analysis, and profitability insights.
• ERP accounting workflows, data integrity, and process optimization.
• Clear management reporting, KPIs, and financial insight for leadership.

Skills

GAAP

Audit

Internal controls

ERP

Financial reporting

Education

CPA certification

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Hirestaff.ai is a leading global talent acquisition and staffing solutions provider, specializing in connecting businesses with top-tier professionals across various industries. We pride ourselves on our deep industry expertise, cutting-edge technology, and personalized approach to recruitment. At Hirestaff.ai, we're committed to building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring the perfect match for every role. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where our team members are empowered to excel and make a real impact in the world of talent acquisition.

About the Client

With a legacy spanning over two decades, our client, established in 2003, has emerged as a dominant force in the global market. They've transformed industries and created lasting impact across sectors like Energy, Technology, Finance, and Healthcare. Their reputation is built on pioneering innovation, driving growth, and delivering unparalleled results worldwide.

What You’ll Own

• End-to-end ownership of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
• General ledger integrity, reconciliations, and consolidated financial reporting
• GAAP compliance, audit readiness, and external reporting support
• Design and enforcement of internal controls, policies, and SOPs
• Oversight of AP, corporate credit cards, and payroll controls
• Job costing, margin analysis, and profitability insights
• ERP accounting workflows, data integrity, and process optimization
• Clear management reporting, KPIs, and financial insight for leadership

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership background
• Strong GAAP, audit, and internal controls experiened
• ERP-driven accounting environment experience
• CPA preferred
• Experience in multi-division or project-based environments a plus