Assistant Controller

MasTec Inc

$115K — $135K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
  • CPA certification preferred
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance
  • Proficient in complex construction accounting principles
  • Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office and ERP systems like InEight or Oracle ERP

Responsibilities

  • Assist Controller with corporate and audit requests
  • Oversee accounting standards implementation (ASC 606, ASC 842)
  • Review compliance with GAAP and SOX requirements
  • Evaluate internal controls and segregation of duties
  • Collaborate with project managers on financial performance
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Drive process improvements across accounting functions

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
Full Job Description
Overview

The Assistant Controller is a key finance leader who helps manage daily accounting activities and ensures financial information is accurate and reliable. This role supports strong internal processes and works closely with teams across the business to help projects stay on track financially. The Assistant Controller plays an important role in improving processes, supporting business decisions, and ensuring company policies and standards are followed.

Location & Travel Details: Preference for candidates living in the Denver, CO area.

This is a hybrid role. Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Assist Controller with various tasks and projects, including, but not limited to, corporate requests, internal and external audit requests, supporting schedules and reports to meet month end/year end work papers, monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables and reports
  • Oversee the implementation and ongoing application of accounting standards (ASC 606, ASC 842)
  • Review accounting conclusions and ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX requirements
  • Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls and segregation of duties
  • Ability to work with project managers and others in the organization directly related to project performance, estimates and controls
  • Review of month end, quarter end and year end work papers and variance analysis for completeness and accuracy
  • Ensure timely and accurate issuance of reporting packages to corporate
  • Validate key financial results and investigate variances with accounting and operations teams
  • Assist with audits with internal and external auditors
  • Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures, including Sarbanes Oxley
  • Oversee fixed asset accounting, including review of acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation
  • Ensure accuracy of prepaid, insurance, and balance sheet account reconciliations
  • Drive process improvements in all accounting areas
  • Ensure compliance with Authority Matrix requirements, including review of approvals and supporting documentation for key transactions

SUPERVISORY:
  • Responsible for the management and development of staff accountants

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university
  • CPA certification preferred
  • Five (5) to seven (7) years' experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
  • When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
  • Set a personal example of safe behavior and integrity.
  • Proficiency in complex project accounting principles
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.
  • Strong knowledge of InEight or Vista Software / Oracle ERP systems.
  • Extensive knowledge in all aspects of construction accounting, including percentage of completion calculations
  • Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Proficient communication, interpersonal and organization skills along with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and professionalism
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks with simultaneous deadlines and prioritize workload in a fast-paced dynamic environment
  • A proven leader in mentoring and developing accounting staff
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interact with multiple personalities at all levels within the organization
  • Other duties as assigned


What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing
  • Compensation $115,000 - $135,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected
  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan


Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

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