Controller

The Controller serves as the senior financial and operational infrastructure leader for Protech, partnering directly with the President/GM to drive financial performance, operational discipline, and scalable business processes across the organization. This is a highly hands‑on, business‑embedded role responsible not only for finance and accounting, but also for key operational functions including purchasing, inventory, and systems. The Controller plays a critical role in ensuring project profitability, improving cash flow, and building the infrastructure required to support continued growth. The Controller reports directly to the President/GM of Protech, to ensure alignment with enterprise standards, reporting, and controls. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Operational Leadership Serve as a trusted partner to the President/GM, translating business strategy into financial plans, operating targets, and measurable performance outcomes Drive financial visibility and accountability across the business, enabling informed decision‑making at the executive and operational levels Lead annual planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis processes Financial Performance & Construction Finance Own financial performance across all business lines, with a strong focus on project profitability, margin improvement, productivity, and cost control Oversee construction‑specific financial processes including WIP reporting, job costing, backlog analysis, and margin fade/gain visibility Partner closely with operations and project leadership to ensure accurate project setup, financial tracking, and proactive issue identification Revenue Cycle, Billing & Cash Flow Lead and optimize billing processes across project, service, and T&M, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with contract terms Improve cash flow performance through disciplined management of billing, collections, retainage, and overall working capital Drive accountability around cash conversion and invoice dispute management Accounting & Financial Operations Ensure excellence in all core accounting functions, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and financial reporting Deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Maintain strong internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness Operational Infrastructure (Purchasing, Inventory & Systems) Provide leadership and oversight of purchasing and inventory functions, driving cost discipline, material visibility, and working capital efficiency Partner with operational leaders to improve procurement processes, vendor management, and inventory controls Oversee local IT infrastructure and Protech specific software solutions; support uptime, data integrity, and process efficiency Lead initiatives to standardize, simplify, and automate back‑office operations Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop a multi‑functional team across accounting, billing, collections, and operational support functions Build a high‑performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence Ensure the organization has the right talent, structure, and processes to support current operations and future growth External Relationships & Governance Manage relationships with external tax support and authorities, auditors, bonding agents, and insurance providers Ensure compliance with all financial, regulatory, and reporting requirements Align with Crete United on financial reporting standards, policies, and best practices Professional Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA strongly preferred 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably within construction, MEP, or project‑based services Demonstrated expertise in construction accounting, including WIP, job costing, and project financial management Proven ability to lead and scale finance and operational support functions in a complex, multi‑service organization Experience overseeing or partnering closely with purchasing, inventory, or operational infrastructure functions preferred Strong systems orientation, with experience improving ERP environments and financial reporting processes Hands‑on leadership style with the ability to operate effectively both strategically and tactically Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization Ability to work onsite in Corpus Christi, TX #J-18808-Ljbffr