Strategic Controller - Lead Accounting, ERP & Costing

Orionplacement; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement, a growing manufacturing company serving the energy industry, seeks a Senior Accounting Leader to head the accounting function in Odessa, TX. You will guide general ledger, close processes, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S.

GAAP while collaborating with operations to improve costing and visibility. This role offers team leadership, ERP optimization, and KPI-driven decision support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 1+ years of accounting leadership or supervisory experience.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or distribution accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• CPA, MBA, ERP implementation experience, and strong cost accounting experience are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Manage inventory accounting, cost accounting, standard costing, job costing, and variance analysis.
• Partner with manufacturing and operations leaders to improve financial visibility and costing accuracy.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes.
• Support treasury activities, cash forecasting, banking relationships, and financial compliance.
• Lead ERP administration, system improvements, and reporting enhancements.
• Develop KPIs and financial reporting tools that support business decisions.
• Mentor, develop, and lead the accounting team.

Skills

5+ years accounting experience

1+ years accounting leadership

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Orionplacement, a growing manufacturing company serving the energy industry, seeks a Senior Accounting Leader to head the accounting function in Odessa, TX. You will guide general ledger, close processes, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S.

GAAP while collaborating with operations to improve costing and visibility. This role offers team leadership, ERP optimization, and KPI-driven decision support.