Controller

Controller | Austin, TX | Salary Range: $150,000-175,000 + Bonus+ Sage Search Partners is seeking a Controller for a growing multi-entity services organization in Austin, TX (hybrid). This role will own the end-to-end accounting function, with a focus on tightening close cadence, strengthening consolidation and intercompany processes, and serving as the technical GAAP leader for the business. The ideal candidate is a proven Controller (or equivalent senior accounting leader) with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, a public accounting foundation (Big 4 or similar audit preferred), and CPA strongly preferred. Experience with multi-entity consolidations, intercompany accounting, and ERP ownership is highly valued. Position Scope Own and accelerate the month-end close across multiple U.S. entities, improving speed, accuracy, and consistency of reporting Lead consolidation and intercompany processes, including eliminations and standardization of close schedules and reconciliation discipline Serve as the day-to-day accounting execution partner to the CFO, delivering executive reporting packages and insights Act as the technical accounting lead for U.S. GAAP matters, ensuring appropriate treatment of complex transactions and policies Take ownership of the ERP and adjacent finance applications, identifying process improvements, automation opportunities, and control enhancements Lead external-facing compliance workstreams including annual audit, tax coordination, and 401(k) audit management Establish strong cash visibility and banking routines, including daily cash positioning and forecasting cadence Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and operating procedures to support continued scale Provide hands‑on leadership to a lean accounting team, developing talent and ensuring day‑to‑day execution across AP, GL, and related workflows Requirements 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including senior‑level leadership responsibilities Prior experience as a Controller or in a comparable leadership role owning close and financial reporting CPA strongly preferred; bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required (advanced degree a plus) Public accounting audit background (Big 4 strongly preferred; comparable public audit experience acceptable) Demonstrated success in a high‑growth environment with high visibility reporting expectations Multi‑entity consolidation experience, including intercompany accounting and eliminations Strong ERP experience; ability to own optimization and process improvements within the ERP environment Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and comfort serving as the internal technical accounting point person Ability to thrive in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment with urgency, accountability, and clear communication Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sage Search Partners