Controller, CPA
Job Description
A private organization is seeking an experienced CPA-designated Controller to lead its accounting function and support senior leadership on financial planning and strategic initiatives. This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented leader who excels in fast-moving environments and can manage complex, high-volume activity with accuracy and discipline. This is an exciting role for someone who enjoys working with and collaborating with operations and for someone to be the right-hand to the CFO.
Controller Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all core accounting processes, financial reporting, and compliance.
- Lead monthly close activities and ensure integrity of financial data.
- Manage audits, tax coordination, and internal controls.
- Support leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and analytical insight.
- Identify opportunities to enhance systems, processes, and automation.
- Provide direction and development to a small accounting team.
Controller Qualifications:
- CPA required
- At least 5 years of experience leading accounting functions at the Controller level
- Needs experience from a small - mid size organization
- Strong technical accounting knowledge
- Proven ability to streamline processes and leverage technology
- Clear communicator with strong leadership presence
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Meet The Recruiter
Molly Gutierrez, CPC
Direct Hire Recruiting Manager
I began my career with Burnett in 2012, shortly after graduating with a degree in hospitality. My passion for serving people naturally led me into recruiting, where I discovered how rewarding it is to connect top talent with the right opportunities.
Today, I lead our Accounting & Supply Chain Direct-Hire recruiting team while continuing to partner directly with clients and candidates. I specialize in placing Houston professionals across accounting, finance, and supply chain—ranging from staff-level talent to senior leadership and C-suite roles.
What I enjoy most is building lasting relationships and ensuring every placement is the right fit for both sides. My goal is always a true win-win: helping companies strengthen their teams and candidates achieve meaningful career growth.
Candidate Reviews
"Molly was very attentive and listened to what my needs and expectations were for finding a new job. She was friendly, supportive and very helpful the entire process. I would definitely work with her again in the future and would recommend her to others."
"Truthfully, I consulted with many staffing agencies but Molly with Burnett was far and away the most approachable, honest, and easiest to work with. There was a constant feedback loop from the first time we connected through starting my new position."
Client Testimonial:
"Molly at Burnett has been a strategic recruitment partner in assisting with successfully hiring specific accounting/ finance resources. She is incredibly responsive and understands our company culture. She consistently prioritizes new requests and presents candidates in a timely manner. Her dedication to the process and to her clients is impeccable. "
