IES Holdings · 2 weeks ago
Chief Accounting Officer
Sugar Land, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expIES Holdings is a publicly traded company that provides industrial products and infrastructure services. They are seeking a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) responsible for overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting policy in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the preparation, review, and filing of all external financial reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and other SEC filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC rules
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including consolidation and elimination entries across all business units and legal entities
Own the Company’s accounting policies; monitor changes in U.S. GAAP, SEC, and other relevant regulations, and lead implementation of new standards
Coordinate with Investor Relations to support earnings releases, investor presentations, and other external communications as needed
Advise the Information Technology team on accounting implications affecting our digital transformation initiatives
Lead maintenance and continuous improvement of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404
Partner with internal audit and external auditors to support audits, quarterly reviews, and internal control testing and remediation
Ensure appropriate documentation of key processes, controls, and judgments; drive remediation plans for any control deficiencies or audit findings
Provide leadership and oversight for all accounting functions
Maintain standardized accounting policies, procedures, and closing calendars across the organization
Ensure the Company’s accounting systems, chart of accounts, and reporting structures support business needs, scalability, and regulatory requirements
Partner with the CFO, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Legal teams to align accounting outcomes with strategic initiatives, including business combinations
Serve as the primary authority on complex technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, stock-based compensation, impairment assessments, and financial instruments
Provide accounting guidance for M&A and other non-routine transactions
Review technical accounting memos and support for significant judgments and estimates presented to management, the Audit Committee, and external auditors
Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing accounting organization; build succession pipelines for key roles
Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
Set clear performance expectations, goals, and development plans; ensure the team is equipped to support a growing and evolving public company environment
Regularly present accounting matters, financial reporting updates, and control environment status to the CFO and Audit Committee
Participate in Board and Audit Committee meetings, as requested, to discuss financial reporting, accounting judgments, and key risks
Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on the accounting implications of business strategies and decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required
15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including significant experience in a senior accounting leadership role (e.g., CAO, Corporate Controller, VP Accounting) at a U.S. publicly traded company and/or experience in a Big 4 or nationally recognized public accounting firm auditing public companies
Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX 404 compliance
Proven track record managing large, geographically dispersed accounting organizations
Deep technical accounting knowledge and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to also think strategically and 'see the big picture.'
Strong leadership and people-management capabilities; able to inspire, coach, and hold teams accountable
Excellent oral and written communication skills; comfortable presenting complex topics to executive leadership, Audit Committee, and external stakeholders
Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
High integrity, sound judgment, and unwavering commitment to ethical behavior
Experience with major ERP systems (e.g., D365) and consolidation/reporting tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools
Preferred
Advanced degree (e.g., Master's in Accounting, MBA) preferred
Prior experience in construction, electrical contracting, or manufacturing preferred (but not required)
Experience with financial reporting software and disclosure management tools (e.g., Workiva) a plus
Benefits
Competitive Pay
Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
Company Paid Time Off
Company Paid Life Insurance
Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs
Company
IES Holdings
IES Holdings, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$300M2025-01-22Post Ipo Debt· $300M
1998-01-27IPO
Leadership Team
Matthew Simmes
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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