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Controller (Manufacturing/Industrial Services) Compensation: $120,000–$150,000 base DOE + bonus oppo... Controller (Manufacturing/Industrial Services) Compensation: $120,000–$150,000 base DOE + bonus opportunityAbout the Opportunity Snelling is recruiting a Controller for a confidential client in the industrial services/manufacturing space. Working in tandem with the President/CEO, you’ll lead the accounting organization end to end—owning the close, strengthening internal controls, partnering with Operations on cost and margin, and delivering timely, GAAP-compliant reporting that drives decisions. Ideal for a Plant Controller/Accounting Leader who’s hands-on, process-minded, and ready to scale a growing West Texas operation.What You’ll Do Lead core accounting: GL, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and month-/quarter-/year-end close with on-time, GAAP-compliant financial statements.Own budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning; publish weekly/monthly KPI dashboards (revenue, gross margin, overhead absorption, DSO/DPO, inventory turns, WIP aging).Drive cost accounting excellence in a job-based/production environment: job/standard costing, BOM/WIP accuracy, labor & overhead application, variance analysis, and margin improvement with Operations.Strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures; maintain documented SOPs and audit-ready workpapers.Manage compliance: sales/use tax, property tax, 1099s, and coordination with external CPA/tax advisors.Serve as ERP owner: chart of accounts design, data integrity, reporting, and process improvements; lead or support system upgrades/implementations.Oversee banking/treasury: daily cash, borrowing base and covenant tracking, credit facilities, and cash management strategies.Partner with leadership on pricing, bids/quotes, capex/ROI analyses, and scenario modeling to support profitable growth.Build and mentor a small accounting team; implement a close calendar, SLA, and review cadence that shortens the close and improves accuracy. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance required; CPA and/or CMA strongly preferred. 7–10+ years progressive accounting experience with 3+ years in manufacturing, industrial services, coatings, construction, or energy.Proven depth in cost accounting (job/standard costing, inventory control, WIP, variance analysis) and margin improvement.ERP proficiency (NetSuite, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks Enterprise, or similar) and advanced Excel (lookups, pivots, modeling).Demonstrated success tightening close timelines, improving internal controls, and modernizing reporting.Clear, concise communicator—comfortable partnering with shop/field leaders and the executive team.Hands-on, on-site leader who thrives in a fast-moving, owner-led environment; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. Success Looks Like Accurate, GAAP-compliant month-end close in 5–7 business days.Clean inventory and job cost data with actionable variance insights every month.Reliable cash forecasts and KPI reporting are reviewed weekly by leadership.Documented controls and audit-ready workpapers with no material deficiencies.A coached-up team executing against a clear close calendar and SOPs. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $120,000–$150,000 DOE + bonus opportunityBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD, PTO, and paid holidays READY TO APPLY? Submit your resume for confidential consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly to discuss next steps.Point of Contact: Leta Page— (806) 797-3281ABOUT SNELLING Snelling is a locally owned recruiting & staffing firm with 200+ years of combined experience, proudly serving Lubbock and West Texas. We connect skilled professionals with outstanding companies across a variety of industries, offering temporary, temp-to-hire, direct-hire, and payroll solutions. Recognitions: Forbes Best Professional Search Firms® 2024 • Best of Staffing® Client Satisfaction Diamond Award (2013–2024) • Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Best of Lubbock® – WINNER / Best Employment Agency (2018–2024).