Executive Distribution Controller Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Established Northwest Houston Distributor serving the O&G industry is seeking an experienced Controller for a broad leadership role. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on financial leader who enjoys partnering with executive leadership and making a meaningful impact on the business. The company offers a collaborative culture, long-tenured employees, outstanding benefits, and bonus potential.

The Controller will oversee all aspects of the accounting function while providing leadership in finance and administrative operations. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys improving processes, and is comfortable working in an organization where versatility and a hands-on approach are valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial operations, including the month-end and year-end close process.
• Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements, management reports, profitability analyses, and detailed account reconciliations.
• Perform and oversee complex account analysis and reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and administrative procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Manage budgeting, cash flow, banking relationships, borrowing base reporting, and financial forecasting.
• Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and other reporting requirements.
• Oversee inventory accounting, inventory valuation, and inventory control processes.
• Direct the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, and cash management functions.
• Review customer and vendor credit terms, contracts, and financial agreements.
• Administer sales tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee ERP systems (SAP), IT coordination, data security initiatives, and technology support.
• Champion the continued enhancement of financial systems and automation initiatives, including tax automation (Avalara), reporting and business intelligence tools (Business Objects, AI-driven reporting), and accounts payable automation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, leverage technology, and increase operational efficiency.
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• CPA designation preferred, not required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including leadership in a Controller or similar role.
• Experience within a distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, or other inventory-driven environment strongly preferred.
• Experience with SAP or a comparable ERP system.
• Demonstrated strength in technical accounting, account analysis, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Experience working successfully in an environment where the Controller is willing to be hands-on and directly involved in day-to-day accounting operations.

Desired Skills

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and inventory accounting.
• Technology-oriented mindset with an interest in leveraging automation and emerging technologies to improve accounting processes and reporting.
• Experience with financial technology solutions such as Avalara, Business Objects, AP automation platforms, or similar tools is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Proven leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategic planning and day-to-day operational responsibilities.

Join a financially stable organization who offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, strong bonus potential, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

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