VP of Accounting / Controller (PE-Backed Growth)
The Opportunity
Our client, a high-growth, Fort Worth-based logistics and service provider backed by a prominent Private Equity firm, is seeking a dynamic, hands-on VP of Accounting/Controller. This is a newly created position following the company’s transition from a family-owned operation to a professionalized PE platform.
As the first Controller in the company’s history, you will be the primary architect of the accounting function. You will partner directly with the VP of Finance to build a scalable infrastructure, lead a first-time audit, and transition the company from legacy systems to a modern ERP environment.
Key Priorities & Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership: Manage all day-to-day accounting operations, including A/P, A/R, and cash management.
- Audit & Compliance: Serve as the primary lead for the company’s inaugural external audit, ensuring GAAP compliance and establishing robust internal controls.
- System Transformation: Lead the migration from QuickBooks Desktop to a sophisticated ERP system to support multi-state scalability.
- Reporting & Analytics: Overhaul the Chart of Accounts and implement dimensional reporting (by business line/geography) to drive executive decision-making.
- Team Development: Supervise and mentor a small administrative support team, fostering a culture of accountability and high integrity.
- Tax & Treasury: Oversee multi-state tax compliance (income, sales/use, and franchise) in coordination with external advisors.
The Ideal Candidate
- Experience: 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with a mix of public accounting and private industry "cleanup" or "start-up" environments.
- Mindset: An entrepreneurial "roll-up-your-sleeves" leader who thrives in a fast-paced, blue-collar, 24/7 service environment.
- Technical Skills: Deep expertise in GAAP and full-cycle accounting. QuickBooks experience is a plus, but ERP implementation experience is highly preferred.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; CPA is preferred but not a deal-breaker.
- Communication: Ability to pivot seamlessly between high-level board reporting and "on-the-ground" collaboration with operations staff.
Compensation & Logistics
- Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 base (commensurate with experience).
- Bonus: Performance-based bonus target (10–20%).
- Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision package.
- Location: 100% On-premise in Central Fort Worth
