Location: Little Rock, AR
Reports To: Controller
Division: Accounting
Employment Type: Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARYAs the Assistant Controller, you will be deeply involved in the accounting function and have responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, supporting month-end close, and ensuring the integrity of financial data across all company entities while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and reporting requirements. As a critical member of the accounting team, you will work closely with the Corporate Controller and our Executive Team and will play a critical role in overseeing daily accounting operations in a growth-oriented environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. General Ledger & Financial Accounting- Maintain and oversee the General Ledger for multiple entities
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, allocations, and adjustments
- Own and manage the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with reporting standards
- Assist with the preparation and delivery of monthly financial reporting packages to the Executive Team
- Manage the company ERP interface at each month-end, including real-time troubleshooting of integration issues and maintaining integrity of accounting data within ERP systems
- Ensure journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation meet audit standards and internal control requirements
- Complete bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Review and maintain chart accounts and account accuracy
- Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances
- Identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency within accounting workflows
- Maintain separate books and records for multiple entities (AP/AR, Reconciliations, Payroll, etc.)
- Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations
- Ensure proper coding and allocation of expenses across entities
- Review vendor payments, invoice coding, customer billing, and collections activity
- Ensure accurate processing and recording transactions
- Assist with cash flow monitoring and reporting
2. Compliance & Reporting- Assist with audit preparation and external accountant requests
- Support tax preparation by maintaining organized and accurate financial documentation
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting procedures, and company policies
- Maintain confidentiality of financial and company information
- Ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant with company policies and accounting standards
3. Leadership & Strategic Contribution- Lead, develop, and retain a team of accounting professionals
- Set clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Participate with senior executives and accounting leadership in establishing operational objectives and continuous improvement priorities
- Identify and drive opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes, leveraging technology including AI tools where appropriate
- Contribute to the development of accounting policies, procedures, and evaluation criteria for systems and process initiatives
- Represent the accounting department in cross-functional projects and executive-level discussions as required
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Required- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry
- Proven ability to manage and develop accounting teams through periods of growth and expansion
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and internal controls
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial systems, and reporting tools
- Track record of driving process improvement, automation, or accounting system enhancement initiatives
- Experience interfacing with external auditors and senior leadership on financial reporting matters
AI Requirement- Familiarity with AI-enabled accounting tools and automation technologies
- Proven experience implementing process automation or AI-driven workflow improvements
- Ability to design dashboards and data-driven operational systems
Preferred- CPA or equivalent experience; candidates without a CPA but with strong Financial Reporting track records are encouraged to apply
- Experience with ERP implementations or consolidations
- Proficiency in Procore and Sage Intacct
COMPENSATION- Base Salary: Competitive, based on experience
- Performance Bonus: Participation In Company Profit Sharing Program
COMPANY BENEFITSBuffalo Builders believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), Paid Time Off, paid holidays, training and development, giving back to the community, and much more.
