Dishaka, LLC · 23 hours ago
Controller
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expDishaka, LLC is seeking a Controller to oversee daily accounting activities and strengthen processes and internal controls. The Controller will partner with operations and deliver timely, accurate financial insights to leadership, while also managing various accounting responsibilities and ensuring compliance with GAAP.
Food ProcessingSnack FoodWarehousing
Responsibilities
Supervise, direct, and review the work of the accounting staff, including (but not limited to):
Cash and bank reconciliations
Account statement reconciliations
Check runs
Accounts receivable transactions and collections support
Fixed asset activity
Payroll coordination/oversight
Accounts payable transactions
Debt activity and related schedules
Inventory counts and related reconciliation
Recording and review of revenue and expenses
Maintain an organized set of detailed records and files to document financial transactions
Resolve complex accounting issues and/or assist other personnel in resolving financial issues
Perform other duties as assigned or required
Help coordinate and lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities; ensure timelines are met and entries are accurate
Produce monthly internal reporting packages and quarterly/annual financial statements
Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses for leadership as needed
Ensure consistent application of GAAP and company accounting policies across all transactions
Oversee inventory accounting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, including shrink, obsolescence, and cycle counts
Own standard costing and/or actual costing processes; ensure BOMs, routings, yields, and overhead rates are maintained and accurate
Lead variance analysis (PPV, usage, yield, labor, overhead absorption) and partner with plant leaders to identify root causes and corrective actions
Ensure strong controls around receiving, transfers, production reporting, and inventory adjustments
Design, implement, and strengthen internal controls across accounting and plant-related financial processes
Make and implement recommendations to improve accounting processes, procedures, and documentation
Coordinate audit support (annual audit and any customer/retailer documentation requests as applicable)
Support compliance activities (sales/use tax, filings, and other reporting) in coordination with external partners as needed
Support annual budgeting and forecasting; build plant-level cost models and assumptions
Provide scenario modeling (pricing, volume shifts, commodities, labor, capex) to support leadership decisions
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, HR, and Sales to align financial planning with execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ years progressive accounting experience with Controller or Corporate Controller-level responsibilities
Food manufacturing experience required (inventory, costing, and variance analysis in a plant environment)
Strong understanding of GAAP
Ability to develop and establish financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
Ability to effectively direct, supervise, and develop a team
Strong analytical skills with the ability to prepare accurate reports on time
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain detailed records
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and to perform under stressful conditions
Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, and discretion under varying conditions
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel (required); familiarity with Word, PowerPoint, and related business software
Preferred
CPA and/or MBA
Corporate reporting experience in a multi-entity environment and/or consolidations
ERP experience in manufacturing (e.g., Sage X3, NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics, etc.)
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required
Familiarity with GASB standards is a plus (not required)
Company
Dishaka, LLC
Dishaka is a family business that has been doing snack manufacturing since 1952.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mike Dougherty
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
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