Manufacturing Controller: Financial Performance Lead

Travis-Body-; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis Houston, a leading manufacturer, is seeking a Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. You will partner with operations and executives to drive continuous improvement, control costs, and provide timely financial analysis to support business decisions.

Responsibilities include month-end close, asset management, budgeting, and internal controls, with strong emphasis on SOX compliance and leadership across management teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent, CPA or CMA preferred.
• Five or more years of progressive manufacturing accounting experience in a standard costing environment.
• Excellent communication and management skills with the ability to lead a team.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and to continuously question and improve systems and processes.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning systems and strong Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Knowledge of SOX requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee local accounting functions, analyses of financial data, maintenance of supporting documentation, and preparation of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead month end close process including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage fixed assets and capital documentation; track acquisitions and depreciation.
• Prepare and communicate data summarizing company activity and forecasts including budgeting process and justification.
• Drive improvements in operational performance, identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Ensure SOX compliance and maintain internal control documentation.
• Lead weekly/monthly performance meetings with management to communicate current operating performance and forecasts.
• Coordinate audits and ensure accuracy of cost accounting methods.
• Train and coach leaders to understand financial performance metrics.

Skills

GAAP expertise

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Internal controls

SOX compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Travis Houston, a leading manufacturer, is seeking a Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. You will partner with operations and executives to drive continuous improvement, control costs, and provide timely financial analysis to support business decisions.

Responsibilities include month-end close, asset management, budgeting, and internal controls, with strong emphasis on SOX compliance and leadership across management teams.