Controller, Accounting Services

Job Summary CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we’ve been addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, making a tangible impact across industries like renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment. As a purpose‑driven company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity, ensuring that every project we undertake creates lasting positive change. At CECO, you’ll be part of a growing, dynamic team committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future. As part of the CECO corporate team, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of our global family of brands. Whether working in finance, HR, IT, accounting, marketing, or another corporate function, your expertise will help drive efficiency and innovation across our organization. By joining CECO, you’ll be part of a company committed to protecting the environment and enhancing industrial operations, all while fostering a collaborative and purpose‑driven work environment. The Controller, Inventory/Cost Accounting is responsible for overseeing inventory valuation, cost accounting processes, and financial reporting related to inventory and cost of goods sold. This role ensures accurate inventory valuation using FIFO and standard costing methodologies, analyzes cost drivers and purchase price variances, strengthens internal controls, and supports compliance with accounting standards. The position partners with operations, procurement, and finance teams and manages inventory processes within the ERP environment. Responsibilities Inventory Valuation & Cost Accounting Manage and oversee inventory valuation processes using FIFO and standard costing methodologies. Ensure accurate standard cost setup, updates, and maintenance within D365. Monitor and analyze inventory transactions, cost rollups, and cost allocations. Review inventory reconciliations and resolve discrepancies between subledger and general ledger. Maintain accurate cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting, including full absorption and/or abnormal cost indicators. Cost Analysis & Purchase Price Variance (PPV) Analyze manufacturing and procurement costs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost savings. Monitor and report on purchase price variances (PPV) and investigate significant fluctuations. Partner with procurement and operations teams to improve cost efficiency and pricing strategies. Prepare cost analysis reports and provide recommendations to leadership. Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) ERP Management Oversee inventory and cost accounting processes within Microsoft Dynamics 365. Ensure data integrity, accurate system configuration, and consistent use of costing methods. Support system implementations, enhancements, testing, and process improvements. Train and support users on inventory and costing processes. Internal Controls & Compliance Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls over inventory and cost accounting processes. Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements. Support internal and external audit activities, including documentation and testing of controls. Identify control gaps and implement corrective actions. Financial Reporting Support month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes related to inventory and cost accounting. Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis. Provide inventory and cost‑related disclosures for financial statements. Develop management reporting and KPIs related to inventory performance. Excess & Obsolescence Reserves Manage processes for identifying excess and obsolete inventory. Develop and maintain reserve methodologies and supporting documentation. Review inventory aging reports and recommend reserve adjustments. Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to minimize inventory risk. Process Improvement & Leadership Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, cost transparency, and operational efficiency. Develop policies and procedures for inventory and cost accounting functions. Lead and mentor accounting staff, where applicable. Partner cross‑functionally with supply chain, operations, and finance leadership. Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is required. 7+ years of experience required. Proficient understanding of US GAAP, financial statements, and accounting theory required, including SOX compliance. Strong knowledge of FIFO and standard costing methodologies. Be a proactive advocate of change through analysis of the business processes. Advanced skill in Excel, Word with strong written and oral communication skills that enables clear communication to all levels of management. Intermediate ERP Systems experience with Microsoft D365 preferred. Execute responsibilities with a sense of urgency and follow‑through. Demonstrated abilities to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment to meet deadlines with efficiency and accuracy. Travel Requirements The ability to travel when necessary. ADA Requirements This position is based at the headquarters located in Dallas, TX. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Demands This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to move files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications and a high degree of hand‑eye coordination for sustained periods. The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job. Compliance with company attendance standards. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Benefits We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more. Equal Opportunity Employer CECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr