What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Hunter Hamilton?
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Controller to join our team and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations while ensuring the financial health of the organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, fixed asset management, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. The Controller will provide leadership to accounting staff, collaborate with other departments, and assist with audits, tax filings, and financial reporting. The Controller role will work onsite at the East Houston, TX location.
Essential Job Functions
About Hunter Hamilton
Hunter Hamilton is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Hunter Hamilton is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.
All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Controller to join our team and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations while ensuring the financial health of the organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, fixed asset management, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. The Controller will provide leadership to accounting staff, collaborate with other departments, and assist with audits, tax filings, and financial reporting. The Controller role will work onsite at the East Houston, TX location.
Essential Job Functions
- Hands-on leadership in the preparation of daily, monthly, annual, and other periodic financial statements and reports.
- Ensure timely and accurate external document submissions and filings.
- Coordinate tax reporting and work with external accountants to file all necessary federal, state, payroll, and other tax returns.
- Coordinate the annual audit, ensuring compliance with GAAP and government regulations.
- Provide financial reports and analyses to the Chief Financial Officer as required.
- Implement and update accounting systems, including general ledger, fixed asset management, and expense management.
- Maintain internal control systems and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations.
- Advise department leaders on accounting entries, reports, and financial analyses.
- Collaborate with other departments, including IT, to implement efficient systems and software.
- Manage fixed assets, capital expenditures, and inventory control.
- Provide leadership to accounting personnel, including setting objectives, delegating tasks, and facilitating communication.
- Conduct performance appraisals, provide feedback, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management from an accredited institution.
- 5 years of high-level accounting experience.
- 3 years of supervisory experience.
- Proven experience in a Controller or Senior Accountant position.
- Experience managing monthly financials and leading a team.
- Experience with Oracle Netsuite or a similar ERP system is required.
- Texas CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CPA from a state with Texas reciprocity required.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with insurance are required.
About Hunter Hamilton
Hunter Hamilton is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Hunter Hamilton is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.
All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
