Controller

Selby Jennings Ltd

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting support, compliance, and team development. A rapidly growing healthcare organization is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function and partner closely with executive leadership during an exciting phase of expansion.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, TX

    Description

    A rapidly growing healthcare organization is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function and partner closely with executive leadership during an exciting phase of expansion.

    This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting support, compliance, and team development. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in GAAP accounting, experience in a regulated industry, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and cash management
    • Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
    • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
    • Manage account reconciliations, close processes, and financial controls
    • Analyze financial performance and provide variance analysis and recommendations to leadership
    • Coordinate external audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting
    • Maintain and enhance internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures
    • Partner with executive leadership to support strategic planning and business growth
    • Lead, mentor, and develop an accounting team focused on continuous improvement

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
    • CPA designation required
    • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
    • 5+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams
    • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
    • Experience with ERP systems, accounting software, and advanced Excel
    • Demonstrated success improving processes and scaling accounting operations
    • Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills

    Preferred Experience

    • Healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceutical services, pharmacy, or other highly regulated industry experience
    • Multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments
    • Exposure to high-growth organizations undergoing operational expansion
    • Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred

    Why Consider This Opportunity

    • High-impact leadership role with direct visibility to executive management
    • Opportunity to influence strategy and build scalable financial infrastructure
    • Growing organization with strong market momentum
    • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
    • Significant opportunity for professional growth and long-term career advancement

    If you are interested in this opportunity please don't hesitate to apply!

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