About the role
Position Summary
The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting, finance, and human resources functions for a construction company. This hands-on leadership role ensures accurate financial reporting, sound internal controls, effective cash flow management, and efficient human resources administration while supporting the company's continued growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Leadership • Direct all accounting and financial operations. • Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. • Manage the month-end and year-end close process. • Analyze financial performance and present results to executive leadership. • Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies. • Coordinate annual audits and tax preparation.
Construction Accounting • Oversee job costing and project accounting. • Prepare and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules. • Monitor project profitability, change orders, retainage, and committed costs. • Partner with Project Managers to review budgets, forecasts, and cost variances.
Cash Management • Manage company cash flow and working capital. • Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts. • Oversee banking relationships, credit facilities, and financing. • Monitor accounts receivable, collections, and accounts payable.
Leadership & Administration • Supervise accounting, payroll, and administrative personnel. • Develop standardized financial and administrative processes across all business units. • Evaluate and implement improvements to accounting and HR systems. • Manage relationships with auditors, banks, bonding companies, insurance providers, legal counsel, and outside consultants. • Participate in strategic planning and operational decision-making as a member of the leadership team.
Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. • Quickbooks experience • Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience. • At least 2 years of construction accounting experience. • Experience with job costing, WIP reporting, and project accounting. • Experience managing payroll and human resources. • Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
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