Controller

Controller
Coppell, TX

*Fully onsite schedule preferred, open to individuals seeking a 4-1 or 3-2 model*

Our client, a rapidly growing private equity-backed commercial construction company, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting organization during an exciting period of expansion. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accounting leader who thrives in high-growth environments and enjoys building scalable processes, integrating acquisitions, and developing high-performing teams.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will oversee all day-to-day accounting operations while serving as a strategic business partner in driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate has deep commercial construction accounting experience, has successfully integrated acquired businesses, and possesses a strong background in ERP implementations and process transformation.

Compensation: $185-200K + Bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all corporate accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, fixed assets, and internal controls.
• Build, mentor, and develop a newly created accounting team while establishing a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with executive leadership to create scalable accounting processes capable of supporting rapid organic growth and future acquisitions.
• Lead financial integration efforts for acquired businesses, including chart of accounts alignment, accounting policy standardization, system conversions, process harmonization, and post-close optimization.
• Drive ERP implementations, system upgrades, and accounting technology initiatives designed to improve reporting efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Develop standardized accounting policies and procedures across multiple operating entities.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Strengthen the company's internal control environment and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Finance, IT, and executive leadership on cross-functional initiatives.
• Support annual audits, lender reporting, and private equity ownership reporting requirements.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and financial analysis as needed.
• Evaluate accounting risks associated with new business initiatives, acquisitions, and operational changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience, including Controller or Assistant Controller responsibilities.
• Previous commercial construction industry experience is required.
• Experience working in a private equity-backed organization is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading accounting integration efforts for acquisitions.
• Hands-on experience with ERP implementations, system conversions, or large-scale accounting process improvements.
• Strong understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, retainage, and construction financial reporting.
• Proven ability to build and develop accounting teams in rapidly changing organizations.
• Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting

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Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. EEO Notice

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Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.