PE-Backed Controller: Hands-On Finance Leader

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ledgent Finance & Accounting represents a growing private equity-backed services company seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting. You will oversee monthly close, GAAP-compliant statements, and the development of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reporting.

Reporting to the CFO, you will mentor the accounting team, strengthen internal controls, manage external audits and tax compliance, and partner with leadership and private equity stakeholders to

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA preferred; active license strongly valued.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior Controller/Accounting Manager roles with a focus on GAAP close.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Private equity or portfolio company exposure preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and schedules.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Prepare reporting for leadership, lenders, and investors.
• Develop and mentor the accounting team.
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting systems.
• Coordinate external audits and tax compliance.

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Herramientas

ERP system

Descripción del empleo

Ledgent Finance & Accounting represents a growing private equity-backed services company seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting. You will oversee monthly close, GAAP-compliant statements, and the development of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reporting.

Reporting to the CFO, you will mentor the accounting team, strengthen internal controls, manage external audits and tax compliance, and partner with leadership and private equity stakeholders to