Controller
Location: Spicewood/West Austin, TX (On-Site)
Compensation: $140,000–$175,000 Base Salary + Bonus
Industry: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
The HT Group has partnered with a growing manufacturing company just West of Spicewood, TX in the search for an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and finance operations. This is a highly visible leadership role that partners directly with executive leadership to provide financial guidance, improve profitability, strengthen internal controls, and support continued business growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong manufacturing and cost accounting experience who enjoys partnering with operations to drive financial and operational performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead all accounting operations including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Inventory, and Cash Management.
- Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
- Prepare timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Coordinate annual audits and oversee all external audit activities.
- Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections.
- Oversee cost accounting, including standard costing, job costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
- Analyze labor, material, overhead, and production costs to identify opportunities for improved profitability.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements.
- Develop and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Lead inventory accounting, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes.
- Partner with operations, manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain leadership to improve business performance.
- Develop KPIs, financial dashboards, and management reporting.
- Evaluate and support future ERP enhancements and process improvements.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- 5+ years of leadership experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership role
- Strong manufacturing accounting and cost accounting experience
- Experience within the oil & gas sector highly preferred
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience managing month-end close, audits, and tax compliance
- Strong Excel skills
- Demonstrated success improving accounting processes and internal controls
- Ability to work on-site
Preferred
- CPA designation
- Experience supporting private equity-backed, founder-led, or high-growth organizations
- ERP implementation, migration, or system upgrade experience
- Experience with inventory-intensive manufacturing operations
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and operational performance metrics
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary: $140,000–$175,000+ (depending on experience)
- Annual performance bonus
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off and company holidays
- Professional development opportunities