Controller at Orion Placement in Odessa, Texas, United States

Job description

• Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
• Why This Is a Great Opportunity
• Join a financially stable, growing manufacturing company serving the energy industry with products that make a real impact.
• Lead the accounting function and serve as a key business partner to executive leadership.
• Own financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory accounting, budgeting, and ERP optimization.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your ideas for process improvements and operational efficiency will be valued.
• Opportunity to build, mentor, and develop an accounting team while helping drive company growth.
• Competitive benefits package and long-term career stability.
• Location: Odessa, TX – On-site. Be part of a collaborative leadership team where you'll work closely with operations and manufacturing to make a direct business impact every day.
• Note: We are seeking candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, 1+ years of accounting leadership experience, and manufacturing, industrial, or distribution accounting experience.
• You'll have the opportunity to influence business decisions, partner directly with leadership, and help shape the future of a growing manufacturing organization. We value initiative, teamwork, continuous improvement, and investing in our employees' long-term success while providing a stable and rewarding career.
• JPC-1598

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Manage inventory accounting, cost accounting, standard costing, job costing, and variance analysis.
• Partner with manufacturing and operations leaders to improve financial visibility and costing accuracy.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes.
• Support treasury activities, cash forecasting, banking relationships, and financial compliance.
• Lead ERP administration, system improvements, and reporting enhancements.
• Develop KPIs and financial reporting tools that support business decisions.
• Mentor, develop, and lead the accounting team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 1+ years of accounting leadership or supervisory experience.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or distribution accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• CPA, MBA, ERP implementation experience, and strong cost accounting experience are highly preferred.

Skills

Required

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Financial reporting
• Internal controls
• Experience with ERP systems
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent leadership skills

Preferred

• CPA
• MBA
• ERP implementation experience
• Strong cost accounting experience

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance