PE-Backed Corporate Controller for Growth & Acquisitions

Finatal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is seeking an accomplished Corporate Controller for a construction services company in Houston, TX. This role involves leading all accounting operations, partnering with executives for strategic decisions, and integrating acquired businesses. Candidates should have proven experience in a construction-related environment and a solid track record in private equity. This pivotal role offers a full-time position with significant responsibilities in a fast-paced growth setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader within a construction services company.
• Track record in a private-equity environment, ideally through growth and transaction/exit events.
• Strong technical accounting expertise and hands-on leadership style.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, acquisition-driven organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Partner with the CEO, CFO, and executive team to support strategic decision-making.
• Integrate newly acquired businesses and establish scalable systems and controls.
• Drive process improvements to meet the rigor of a PE-backed environment and upcoming exit.

Skills

Financial reporting

Accounting operations

Private equity environment

Technical accounting expertise

Leadership

Job description

A leading executive search firm is seeking an accomplished Corporate Controller for a construction services company in Houston, TX. This role involves leading all accounting operations, partnering with executives for strategic decisions, and integrating acquired businesses. Candidates should have proven experience in a construction-related environment and a solid track record in private equity. This pivotal role offers a full-time position with significant responsibilities in a fast-paced growth setting.