Controller

INDUSTRY: Oilfield Services

LOCATION:  Midland, TX

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Onsite

CONTEXT:  Our client, a growing oilfield services company with ~$12–$15M in annual revenue is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions. This role will lead a small internal accounting team, work closely with operations leadership, and collaborate with an external CPA firm to ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and scalable financial processes. Ideal candidates have hands-on accounting experience in a small to mid-sized environment and thrive in a growing organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead daily accounting operations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements for ownership/leadership.
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, cashflow tracking, and general ledger management.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and expense control processes.
• Coordinate closely with external CPA firm for tax filings, audits, year-end preparation, and best practices.
• Maintain and improve QuickBooks-based accounting systems, controls, and reporting workflows.
• Implement process improvements and internal controls to support company growth and scalability.
• Partner with operations and field leadership to ensure accurate job costing, project tracking, and financial insights.
• Support leadership with data-driven decisions—KPIs, financial dashboards, and performance metrics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• 3–7+ years of progressive accounting or Controller-level experience.
• Experience in oilfield services, construction, industrial services, or similar field-based industries.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks (Online or Desktop).
• Experience collaborating with a CPA firm / external auditors.
• Demonstrated ability to implement structure, processes, and improvements.
• Strong communicator with ability to present to ownership/leadership clearly.
• Process-minded and organized with accountability to deadlines.
• Ability to coach and support a small accounting/administrative team.
• Solutions-oriented mindset; willing to jump in where needed as the company scales.