Head of Finance and Accounting

Corporate Finance & Accounting Manager (Fast-Track to Director)

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite Mon–Thu, Remote Fri)

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, strategic, and highly capable Corporate Finance & Accounting Manager to lead our general accounting function while owning key financial reporting responsibilities for the organization. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both the technical accounting space and in delivering accurate, insightful financial reporting to senior leadership and Global Corporate Headquarters.

This position is intentionally designed as a fast-track development role with the opportunity to advance to Director of Finance & Accounting based on performance, leadership capability, and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for corporate and segment-level operations.
• Prepare reporting packages, variance explanations, and trend analysis for senior leadership and Global Corporate HQ.
• Ensure reporting accuracy, consistency, and alignment with internal standards and GAAP.
• Maintain dashboards, KPIs, and financial templates used across the Finance organization.

General Accounting Leadership

• Oversee the general accounting team responsible for month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, balance sheet management, and fixed assets.
• Own and lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely, accurate, and well-documented results.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness at all times.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline the close cycle and increase efficiency.

Process & Procedure Documentation

• Create, maintain, and enhance SOPs, workflows, checklists, and process documentation for all accounting and reporting activities.
• Establish standardized processes across business units to promote consistency, compliance, and scalability.
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, and Shared Services teams to adopt best practices and ensure alignment.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with business unit and corporate leaders across Finance and Operations.
• Support business leaders with financial insights, trend analysis, and reporting needs.
• Participate in financial systems improvements, data integrity initiatives, and cross-functional projects.

Leadership & Development

• Provide coaching and mentorship to the general accounting team.
• Build a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate readiness for Director-level responsibilities through ownership, strategic thinking, and initiative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Experience preparing financial reporting packages for senior leadership or global corporate teams.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Adaptive, Power BI, SAP, or similar systems a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to translate financial data into clear insights.
• Proven experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Consistently accurate financial reporting delivered on time to leadership and Global Corporate HQ.
• A clean, efficient, well-documented month-end close process.
• Standardized and improved accounting processes that enhance control and efficiency.
• Demonstrated leadership that positions you for promotion to Director-level responsibility.
• Strong partnerships across Finance, Accounting, and operations teams.