Corporate Controller

Corporate Controller Dallas, TX We are looking for a senior, highly skilled, and experienced Controller to lead and manage the firm’s accounting operations, who holds a CPA or, at a minimum, an MBA. This is an on-site role, with a hybrid option available after 6 months. Located inside the 635 near 75 and Walnut Hill. This is a great team, a fantastic company, growing YoY, and very profitable. Here are some of the MUST HAVES that the C-Suite is looking for; please take a look, and if this is a great fit, let's connect ASAP. If you're interested or know someone who might be, please send me your resume ASAP in a Word document, and we can discuss further. We need a highly skilled and experienced Controller to lead and manage the firm’s accounting operations. In this role, the Controller will oversee the day-to-day financial functions, including the general ledger, accounts payable / receivable, payroll, and client accounting. The Controller will play a key role in managing the firm’s chart of accounts, accounting systems, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. MUST HAVES : YOU MUST BE technically exceptional in accounting. The ability to multitask and PIVOT as needed, to prioritize tasks, and delegate when appropriate. WOULD WANT a legal background at a firm or a JD degree! Be on top of tasks, without the need for follow-up from leadership. Strategic mindset : able to align accounting functions with overall business goals. Analytical and detail-oriented with a strong ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and offer insights. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, as the role involves communicating financial concepts, results, and data effectively. Excellent critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Proficiency with ERP, consolidatio,n and financial reporting / forecasting, HCM, expense reporting, and similar systems. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other MS Office tools. Maintains a high level of integrity and ethical standards. Ownership mentality : takes responsibility for deliverables and drives results. Strong leadership and team management skills : able to lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff. Clear and persuasive communicator : comfortable presenting complex financial information to executives and non-finance stakeholders. Cross-functional collaboration : works effectively with departments like legal, operations, and HR. Essential Duties / Responsibilities : Oversee the organization’s daily accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and client accounting. Manage all aspects of the chart of accounts, general ledger, subledgers, accounting modules for the ERP system, and accounting policies and procedures. Manage the monthly, quarterly, and yearly close processes and ensure the timely preparation of accurate, periodic financial statements. Coordinate internal and external audit activities. Work with CAO, leadership, and executive teams to support and guide the organization’s financial decisions. Assess current accounting operations, processes, responsibilities, systems, and reports, and offer recommendations for improvement, implementing them accordingly. Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of effective internal controls. Develop and monitor financial and accounting performance metrics. Hire, train, and retain accounting staff, including performance management. Assist with the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, monthly estimates, and variance reports. Research accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. Provide cost and ad hoc analyses as needed. Work Experience Requirements : Ten years of progressively responsible experience in accounting roles. Extensive experience using ERP systems is a must. Experience involving multi-state / multi-business unit entities. Accounting experience within a personal injury law firm is a plus Education Requirements : Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field required CPA certification , or MBA at minimum