Construction, Oil and Gas Controller
Location: Lindale, TX 75706, Hybrid role
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or CEO
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Construction, Oil & Gas, Energy We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to oversee all financial operations for our construction and oil & gas divisions. This individual will be responsible for financial reporting, job costing, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and internal controls. The Controller will play a key leadership role in supporting operational decision-making, ensuring financial accuracy, and helping the company scale sustainably in a fast-paced and highly regulated industry environment.
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes across multiple entities.
- Manage general ledger accounting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
- Oversee cash flow management, including forecasting and treasury functions.
- Implement and manage job costing systems for construction and oilfield projects.
- Collaborate with project managers to track actual vs. budgeted project performance.
- Analyze project margins and identify variances or cost overruns.
- Lead the annual budgeting process, including departmental and capital budgets.
- Develop financial forecasts and scenario analyses to support business planning.
- Provide management with reports and KPIs to guide financial and operational decisions.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and regulatory requirements, including sales/use tax, payroll tax, and industry-specific regulations.
- Maintain internal controls and implement procedures to prevent fraud and errors.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax professionals, and regulatory agencies.
- Supervise and develop the accounting and finance team.
- Participate in executive leadership meetings, offering financial insights to support strategic initiatives.
- Evaluate and implement accounting software and systems to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience; at least 3 years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role
- Strong background in construction or oil & gas accounting (experience in both preferred)
- Deep knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition, and production-based financial modeling
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Enterprise or Desktop, or similar
- Experience with payroll, multi-state operations, and contract compliance **experience with ADP**
- Experience self-funded insurance
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills
- Experience with Multiple Entity Corporations and Intercompany Consolidating
- Knowledge of ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers)
- Familiarity with oilfield services pricing structures and cost drivers
- Understanding of insurance, bonding, and lien requirements in construction projects
- Competitive base salary
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
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