On-Site Corporate Controller — PE-Backed Energy Leader

Jobot; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Corporate Controller in San Antonio, TX to lead core accounting operations, manage month-end close, and strengthen internal controls. This PE-backed platform role requires hands-on leadership and a passion for scalable processes that enable strategic growth.

You will partner with executives and investors, oversee audits, drive project costing and revenue recognition, and coach a high-performing team to deliver timely, accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with leadership responsibility.
• Experience in energy or closely related, project-driven business.
• Experience with WIP accounting, project costing and revenue recognition.
• Proven ability to manage external audits and deliver audit-ready statements.
• Experience in private equity-backed environments or investor reporting.
• Solid knowledge of accounting standards, financial controls, and corporate reporting.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights for stakeholders.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet analysis.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, payroll, and reporting.
• Own monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes with accuracy.
• Oversee WIP accounting, project costing, revenue recognition, and reconciliations.
• Coordinate external audits; manage auditor relationships and schedules.
• Deliver reporting and analysis to executives, lenders, and PE investors.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with operations to improve project profitability and cash flow visibility.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, covenant reporting, and performance analyses.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and systems.
• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
• Support acquisitions and integration activities as needed.

Skills

Accounting/Finance leadership

Energy/project-driven experience

WIP accounting

Project costing

Revenue recognition

External audits

Private equity reporting

Accounting standards

Financial controls

ERP systems & Excel

Financial storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA or comparable professional designation preferred

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Corporate Controller in San Antonio, TX to lead core accounting operations, manage month-end close, and strengthen internal controls. This PE-backed platform role requires hands-on leadership and a passion for scalable processes that enable strategic growth.

You will partner with executives and investors, oversee audits, drive project costing and revenue recognition, and coach a high-performing team to deliver timely, accurate financial reporting.