Senior Corporate Controller — SEC Reporting & Controls

goosehead; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Goosehead Insurance seeks a Corporate Controller to lead our core accounting functions, including general, revenue, and technical accounting, reporting to the VP of Finance. This hands-on role oversees the monthly close, external reporting, policy framework, and internal controls, while building a scalable accounting team to support rapid growth.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with public company and Big 4 experience, strong SEC reporting, and a proven track record of strengthening processes,

Qualifications

• CPA required with public company experience.
• 10–15 years progressive accounting experience including leadership roles.
• Big 4 public accounting background preferred.
• Strong SEC reporting, technical accounting, revenue recognition, and ICFR experience.

Responsibilities

• Own general, revenue, and technical accounting and ensure accurate financial records.
• Lead monthly close and improve timeliness and scalability as the business grows.
• Oversee external financial reporting (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and SEC compliance.
• Set accounting policy framework and monitor new standards; coordinate with tax providers.
• Manage external audit and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
• Direct configuration of NetSuite and Workiva; collaborate with Financial Systems.
• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing accounting team; partner with FP&A and operations.
• Communicate financial results clearly to executives and non-accounting audiences.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SEC reporting

Leadership

Public company experience

Communication

SOX/ICFR

Education

CPA certification

Tools

NetSuite

Workiva

Job description

Goosehead Insurance seeks a Corporate Controller to lead our core accounting functions, including general, revenue, and technical accounting, reporting to the VP of Finance. This hands-on role oversees the monthly close, external reporting, policy framework, and internal controls, while building a scalable accounting team to support rapid growth.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with public company and Big 4 experience, strong SEC reporting, and a proven track record of strengthening processes,