Corporate Controller

ABOUT THE COMPANY

PE-backed Engineering Consulting & Technical Services platform Rapidly scaling through acquisitions across the U.S. Operates across Engineering, Infrastructure, Testing, Inspection & Certification, and Advisory Services Project-based consulting environment Establishing a new Shared Services Center in Dallas, transitioning Finance operations from New York

THE ROLE

Corporate Controller based in Dallas, TX Reports directly to the US CFO Highly visible leadership role during a pivotal transformation and growth phase Key role in building future finance infrastructure and supporting national expansion This is a builder role - not a maintenance position

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Direct exposure to the US CFO and executive leadership team Build and structure a high-performing accounting organization from the ground up Lead a multi-entity accounting function within a complex, high-growth environment Significant involvement in acquisition integration and finance transformation initiatives High level of ownership, visibility, and influence across the business Strong entrepreneurial culture with substantial growth runway ahead

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the full accounting function and manage a growing team Drive month-end close optimization and improve reporting timelines Oversee consolidations and multi-entity accounting operations Standardize processes across newly acquired entities Support the design and implementation of a scalable Shared Services model Partner cross-functionally with operational and business leaders across the organization

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership within complex or multi-entity organizations Strong hands-on controllership capabilities - comfortable staying close to the details Deep understanding of project-based / percentage-of-completion revenue recognition (engineering, consulting, professional services, construction-adjacent industries) Experience in high-growth, acquisitive, or PE-backed environments preferred CPA strongly preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Gilder Search Group