Manager, CPA needed for Contract $80 per hour – Houston

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Assistant Controller

We’re partnering with a fast-growing, PE-backed company in Southeast Houston that’s making big moves—3 acquisitions completed this year, with 3 more on the horizon. They’re growing and creating a brand-new Assistant Controller role to support that growth.

This role is for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and will play a critical role in supporting accounting and finance operations across the organization. This individual will foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement while working cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, IT, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead the Accounts Payable function, including direct supervision of the Accounts Payable Manager, Accounts Payable Lead, and Accounts Payable Specialist.
  • Oversee the integration of Accounts Payable processes from acquired entities into existing systems.
  • Manage treasury functions, including daily cash management, bank reconciliation’s, cash flow reporting, and administration of PCARD/travel card platforms and merchant services.
  • Support the transition to a new integrated treasury platform and banking relationship.
  • Participate in month-end close process, including income statement, balance sheet, and G&A expense analysis.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and contribute to ongoing balance sheet initiatives.
  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals to support quarterly and annual audits and tax filings.
  • Identify, recommend, and help implement process improvements across financial workflows and ERP systems.
  • Lead or support ad hoc projects and special initiatives led by the finance team.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field
  • CPA is a plus
  • 5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
  • Proven management or supervisory experience
  • Strong analytical skills and a proactive solution-oriented mindset
  • Experience with NetSuite and/or integrated banking platforms is a plus
  • Familiarity with PCARD and travel card program management preferred

Why This Role?

  • You’ll be a key player in a growing team during an exciting time of transformation
  • Company is scaling quickly and investing in its people

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