Controller

Urgent Opportunity: Highly Skilled Controller Needed Immediately!

Are you looking for a dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued? Do you thrive in a setting that encourages growth and collaboration? If so, we want you to join our talented team as a Controller!

Summary:

The Corporate Controller is a senior finance executive responsible for leading all accounting, financial reporting, and

control functions for a rapidly growing, $500M home services organization headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company operates approximately 25 brands across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and generator services in a multi-location, acquisition-driven platform. Reporting

directly to the CFO and serving as a key member of the leadership team, the Corporate Controller will build and lead a scalable accounting organization that supports continued organic and acquisition growth. This leader will ensure financial integrity, operational excellence, and strong internal controls across all entities while driving systems, process improvements, and financial discipline.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Enterprise Accounting Leadership

·        Lead all accounting functions, including GL, AP, AR, payroll accounting, fixed assets, revenue recognition, and consolidations.

·        Oversee accounting operations across approximately 25 legal entities and multiple operating brands.

·        Standardize accounting policies and ensure consistency across decentralized business units.

·        Build and mentor a high-performing centralized accounting team.

Financial Reporting & Close

·        Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with emphasis on speed and accuracy.

·        Ensure GAAP-compliant consolidated financial statements.

·        Manage intercompany accounting and eliminations.

·        Provide executive-level financial reporting and insights to the CEO, CFO, Board, and private equity sponsors.

Internal Controls, Compliance, Tax & Audit

·        Design, implement, and monitor a robust internal control environment.

·        Ensure compliance with GAAP, lender covenants, and regulatory requirements.

·        Lead annual external audit process and maintain strong auditor relationships.

·        Partner with an external tax firm to oversee tax compliance, filings, and regulatory adherence.

·        Oversee treasury-related accounting compliance and financial risk management support.

M&A & Integration

·        Lead purchase accounting for acquisitions.

·        Oversee financial due diligence support in partnership with FP&A and Corporate Development.

·        Integrate newly acquired brands into accounting systems, policies, and reporting structures.

·        Drive post-acquisition process harmonization and internal control alignment.

Systems & Scalability

·        Optimize ERP and financial systems infrastructure to support continued growth.

·        Drive automation and reporting enhancements.

·        Implement scalable financial dashboards and KPI reporting tools.

·        Partner with operations and IT to improve job costing, percent of completion, inventory controls, and service revenue tracking.

Strategic & Operational Partnership

·        Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

·        Provide financial leadership to regional operators and brand managers.

·        Identify opportunities to improve working capital, margin visibility, and cost controls.

·        Contribute to strategic planning and long-term growth initiatives.

Requirements:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required.

·        12–15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior leadership experience.

·        Prior experience as Corporate Controller in a $250M+ multi-location organization.

·        Strong technical GAAP expertise and consolidation experience.

·        Experience in private equity-backed, high-growth, or acquisition-driven environments.

·        Proven ability to manage accounting functions within a centralized shared services model supporting multiple locations.

Preferred:

·        Experience in home services, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction, or field services industries.

·        ERP implementation or transformation experience.

·        Strong understanding of job costing (percent of completion) and service-based revenue recognition models.

Location: HomeTown Houston 10005 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX 77064, USA

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and be a part of our exciting journey!

Work schedule

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay

• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off