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Controller (Newly Created Role)

Location: Midland, TX (Onsite)

Position Overview

A rapidly growing, private-equity–backed industrial services company is seeking a Controller to build and lead the accounting function in a newly created role. This organization operates in a capital-intensive environment supporting energy, infrastructure, and water-related services, with significant revenue scale and strong EBITDA performance expectations.

The Controller will be a key financial leader responsible for financial reporting, internal controls, ERP optimization (NetSuite), and scalable processes to support continued growth, acquisitions, and operational complexity.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with timely and accurate reporting

• Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements

• Deliver detailed management reporting packages, including variance analysis, KPIs, and EBITDA tracking

• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and decision support

ERP & Systems (NetSuite)

• Lead optimization and administration of NetSuite ERP, including workflows, reporting, and integrations

• Ensure data integrity and scalability of financial systems

• Drive process improvements leveraging automation and system capabilities

Accounting Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions: GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, and revenue recognition

• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and policies

• Manage multi-entity and, if applicable, multi-location accounting structures

Audit, Compliance & Controls

• Coordinate external audits and ensure audit readiness

• Maintain compliance with regulatory, tax, and reporting requirements

• Establish and enhance SOX-like controls (if applicable)

Strategic & Growth Support

• Support M&A activity, including due diligence and integration

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

• Build scalable processes to support rapid growth and operational expansion

Team Leadership

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing accounting team

• Establish clear roles, accountability, and development paths

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)

• 8–12+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience

• Experience in industrial services, energy, infrastructure, or similar asset-heavy industries

• Proven leadership experience in a Controller or Assistant Controller role

• Strong experience with NetSuite ERP (required)

• Deep understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls

• Experience in high-growth, private equity–backed environments preferred

• Demonstrated ability to manage large revenue businesses with EBITDA focus

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Hands-on leader with a build-from-scratch mindset

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Excellent communication skills with both financial and non-financial stakeholders

• High attention to detail with strategic perspective

Why This Role

• Newly created position with high visibility to executive leadership

• Opportunity to build and scale the accounting function

• Exposure to strategic growth initiatives and M&A

• Competitive compensation aligned with performance and company growth