Controller

Location: Austin / Dripping Springs, TX

Compensation: $130,000-$150,000+ annually, depending on experience

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PMAbout the Opportunity Our client is a growing, dynamic, high-tech engineering and manufacturing company serving industries including aerospace & defense, electronics, communications, and advanced testing systems. The organization operates with a lean, collaborative culture and is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and process improvement efforts. This position reports directly to the CFO and supervises a small accounting team.

Position Summary: The Controller is responsible for the integrity of the company's financial records, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, and development of internal controls. This individual will work closely with program/project managers to ensure accurate project accounting, cost tracking, budget management, and milestone billing. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, project accounting, treasury management, and leadership experience in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, payroll, and general ledger activities. Partner with program and project managers to provide project accounting support, including cost tracking, budget monitoring, revenue recognition, and milestone billing. Collaborate with the Staff Accountant to manage transactional accounting activities and resolve discrepancies. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, fixed assets, and general ledger schedules. Prepare journal entries and ensure accurate financial recordkeeping. Manage month-end and year-end close processes. Prepare monthly financial statements, budget reports, forecasts, and variance analyses. Oversee banking relationships, treasury management, cash flow forecasting, and fund allocation. Ensure compliance with sales tax, tax filings, and other regulatory requirements. Direct and support external financial audits, including DCAA audits when applicable. Develop, improve, and document accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls. Support compliance with lease accounting standards, FAR/CAS requirements, and cost accounting practices. Assist leadership with financial planning, reporting, and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications: Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience. Experience in manufacturing environments with strong cost accounting knowledge. Experience supporting project managers with job cost tracking, budget management, and project accounting. Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analyses. Experience managing banking relationships, treasury functions, and cash flow forecasting. Experience supporting external audits. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and financial modeling. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident due to ITAR requirements. Preferred Aerospace & Defense, electronics manufacturing, or government contracting experience. Knowledge of DCAA audits, FAR, and CAS requirements. Experience with percentage-of-completion revenue recognition. Experience with Epicor, Odoo, or similar ERP systems. CPA designation.

Leadership Responsibilities: Supervise and mentor a Staff Accountant and Accounting Intern. Help establish and improve accounting and financial processes. Support the continued growth and scalability of the finance department. Serve as a trusted financial partner to operations, project management, and executive leadership.

What Success Looks Like: Accurate and timely financial reporting. Strong partnership with program and project managers. Effective cash flow management and forecasting. Improved accounting processes and internal controls. Successful audit and compliance support. Scalable financial systems that support company growth. Apply today if you have a strong background in manufacturing accounting, project accounting, and financial leadership and are looking to make a significant impact within a growing organization.