Assistant Controller

Company: Catalyst

Location: Houston, Texas

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Accounting/Finance

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our growing team in the construction and HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) industry. Reporting to the CFO, this role will help manage day-to-day accounting operations, ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, and strengthen internal controls, while playing a key role in supporting the company's financial planning and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller in managing all accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger functions
• Manage and review month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and completeness
• Oversee job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and job profitability analysis for construction and HVAC projects
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls and accounting policies and procedures
• Assist with external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements
• Analyze financial data and prepare variance analysis and management reports
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate job cost tracking and reporting
• Assist in system implementations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives
• Act as a backup to the Controller as needed
• May be asked to participate in special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior experience in the construction industry and/or HVAC (air conditioning and heating) industry required
• Strong understanding of full cycle accounting, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger
• Demonstrated experience with job costing and work-in-progress (WIP) reporting
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ServiceTitan, FieldEdge, and/or JobTread software
• CPA or CPA-track candidate strongly preferred
• Experience working in a multi-entity or multi-location company
• Experience supporting or leading system implementations or process improvement projects

Additional Requirements

• Employees must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules, and procedures of the company, including those set out in the Keener Employee Handbook, or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees.
• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification, and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by the CFO, CEO, and COO
• Follow the Company’s confidentiality policy and ensure that the operations, activities and business affairs of the Company and clients are kept confidential.  You are expected to respect and maintain the confidentiality of medical information of other employees.
• May be required to assist in special projects or activities designated by company.  This may include, but not be limited to, serving on, or participating in company sponsored or sanctioned committees, organizations, functions, etc.