Corporate Controller

Are you ready to move your career forward and help shape our company's and customers' futures?

If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy.

About Ketjen

Ketjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Our company is driven by a strong set of core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity. These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we work together to deliver exceptional value to our customers and communities.

About the Role

The Corporate Controller is responsible for leading global accounting operations, including financial reporting, consolidations, manufacturing accounting, internal controls, statutory accounting, and general ledger accounting. Reporting directly to the CFO and based in Ketjen's Houston area office (Clear Lake), this strategic role is a key member of the finance leadership team. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in US GAAP, strong leadership skills, and experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably chemicals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Leadership & Transformation

Lead the accounting stand up and separation from the former parent.

Oversee all global accounting operations including external reporting, consolidations, general ledger, manufacturing accounting, and internal controls.

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Prepare consolidated financial statements and coordinate external audits with independent auditors.

Ensure robust internal controls are in place and comply with SOX or other applicable regulatory frameworks.

Manage accounting policies and procedures, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with corporate objectives and evolving standards.

Stay abreast of changes in accounting regulations and communicate the implications to executive leadership as appropriate.

Strategic Partnership & Team Development

Partner with the CFO and other executives to provide strategic insights based on financial data and analysis.

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.

Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Support tax, treasury, legal, and FP&A teams with accurate and timely financial data and reporting.

Oversee compliance with statutory reporting requirements in various jurisdictions.

Serve as primary contact for external auditors and regulatory agencies on accounting matters.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

CPA required

Minimum 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or controller role in a manufacturing environment; experience in specialty chemicals a strong plus

Deep knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and financial reporting tools; SAP experience preferred

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

High integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement

Strong communication skills

Strong alignment with Ketjen's core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Experience in specialty chemicals or related manufacturing industries

Demonstrated success in leading accounting transformations, system implementations, or organizational change

Benefits of Joining Ketjen

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.