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About the Role

Wilder Systems is seeking a Controller to manage daily accounting operations and the monthly close process. This hands-on leadership role involves managing the general ledger, producing financial statements, and liaising with external auditors. A background in public accounting is preferred, bringing a standard of high-quality workpapers, reconciliations, and judgments.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including the close calendar, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare annual budget, report budget to actuals, and perform monthly variance analysis and recommendations; report to management, board, and investors.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts, ensuring accurate and timely transaction recording.
• Serve as the primary liaison for the annual external audit, preparing PBC schedules, responding to auditor requests, and resolving issues.
• Design, document, and enforce internal controls over financial reporting, identifying gaps and implementing improvements.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting activities.
• Manage sales and use tax, and support income tax filings.
• Partner with department leaders on budget-versus-actual reporting and variance explanations.
• Drive process and system improvements to shorten the close and increase reporting accuracy.
• Support special projects, including technical accounting research and documentation of accounting positions.
• Oversee the accounting team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• CPA certification.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive accounting experience.
• Audit experience in public accounting is required.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience owning or leading a full month-end close.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with a mid-market or enterprise ERP / accounting system.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• High degree of accuracy, professional skepticism, and discretion with confidential information.

Skills

• U.S. GAAP
• Internal controls over financial reporting
• Month-end close
• Excel
• ERP / accounting system
• Communication
• Technical accounting research

Location

• Austin

Work Type

• Full-Time

Experience Level

• Ten (10) years of progressive accounting experience
• Public accounting audit experience
• Experience owning or leading a full month-end close
• Experience with ERP implementation, migration, or process automation (preferred)
• Experience with manufacturing companies (preferred)
• Experience with federal contracts and reporting (preferred)

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
• Master's degree in Accounting or an MBA (preferred)

Benefits

• Retirement Plan with matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• STD, LTD, Life Insurance – Company Paid
• Holiday/PTO

About the Company

• Wilder Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity

• Wilder Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.