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Controller

$175-200k plus bonus

Remote – ET of Houston

Bell & Associates has been engaged to help our client recruit their next Controller. The Controller leads the company’s accounting operations and is responsible for the strategic direction, management, and oversight of all accounting, financial reporting, billing and collections, accounts payable, payroll, and financial controls.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller serves as a key business partner providing financial insight, driving operational excellence, and leading a geographically dispersed team of accounting professionals. The ideal candidate is a capable leader and manager who is detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the accounting function, including general ledger management, collections/accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting
• Lead a team of 7 accounting professionals. Provide mentorship, performance management, and career development guidance and opportunities.
• Take primary lead in coordinating with the global accounting teams, ensuring consistency in accounting processes and procedures
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flows, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS financial reporting standards.
• Implement and monitor internal controls and risk management frameworks; conduct periodic assessments and maintain comprehensive control documentation.
• Manage the annual external audit process, serve as primary liaison with external auditors, and oversee audit remediation activities.
• Partner with the CFO and VP of Corporate Development/FP&A and others on financial planning, financial analysis, and forecasting; provide insights on financial performance and business drivers.
• Together with the CFO, manage Sage 500 ERP. In the medium-term work with a project team to migrate from Sage to SAP.
• Special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, with at least 5 years in a controller or senior equivalent role; with responsibilities for leading and supervising accounting and finance personnel
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-entity, multi-currency accounting operations in a global or international environment
• Proficiency with Sage 500 and/or SAP ERP systems
• Proven leadership capabilities, including experience building, developing, and managing high-performing accounting teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to translate complex financial concepts for diverse audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Accustomed to working as a team leader and manager
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis functions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

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Bell & Associates, Inc. is a recognized Executive Recruiting & Staffing leader based in Kansas City. We focus and specialize in the following practice areas – Accounting/Finance, Engineering, Executive Leadership, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Manufacturing/Operations Management.  We provide top talent to our clients on a Direct Hire, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire basis.