About the Role:

We are partnering with a growing, project-based energy company in Houston that is seeking a hands-on Controller to help strengthen financial operations and manage cash flow in a dynamic environment.

This role is highly operational and will work closely with leadership and project teams to ensure financial alignment across active projects.

Key Focus of the Role:

This position is centered around managing cash flow and working capital in an environment where project funding is received in stages rather than fully upfront.

You will play a key role in:

• Navigating timing gaps between project spend and lender funding
• Ensuring accurate and timely invoicing, billing, and documentation
• Partnering with operations to keep projects moving and funded efficiently

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including AR, AP, and month-end close
• Manage and improve accounts receivable, billing, and collections processes
• Monitor and forecast cash flow and working capital across active projects
• Work closely with operations to align project costs, billing, and funding timelines
• Support lender reporting, documentation, and funding requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements to improve cash flow visibility and timing
• Ensure accuracy of job costing, WIP, and project financial tracking

What We’re Looking For:

• 8+ years of accounting/finance experience with Controller or senior accounting leadership experience
• Background in project-based environments such as construction, energy, EPC, or industrial services
• Strong understanding of:
• Job costing / WIP
• Billing and collections
• Working capital and cash flow management
• Experience operating in environments where funding or revenue is received in stages or tied to project milestones
• Hands-on approach with willingness to get into the details and solve problems
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with operations and leadership teams

Nice to Have:

• Experience with lender draw processes, milestone billing, or reimbursement-based funding
• Experience in growing or changing environments
• QuickBooks or similar mid-market ERP systems

Why This Role:

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys stepping into a hands-on, problem-solving role and making a direct impact on how a business manages its cash flow and financial operations.