Position Summary: The Assistant Corporate Controller supports the Corporate Controller in managing the organization's accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining strong internal controls. This role provides day-to-day oversight of core accounting functions and directly supervises and/or provides functional guidance to Project Accountants. The Assistant Corporate Controller must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of delivering precise information under strict deadlines.
Primary Responsibilities: - Assist in managing all accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Job Cost, and Revenue Recognition.
- Prepare and publish timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Assist in coordinating and directing the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts; analyze and report budget-to-actual variances.
- Oversee general ledger reconciliations and ensure accuracy of supporting schedules.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, including construction accounting standards and job cost principles.
- Support development, implementation, and documentation of business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
- Ensure adherence to company financial procedures, accounting practices, and contractual obligations.
- Recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and financial visibility.
- Supervise and/or provide oversight, guidance, and support to Project Accountants.
- Review job cost reports, project budgets, billings, and revenue recognition calculations.
- Ensure project financial data is accurate, timely, and compliant with company standards.
- Troubleshoot project accounting issues and collaborate with operations teams to resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Support preparation for external audits, internal audits, or lender reviews.
- Serve as a key support to the Corporate Controller, providing analysis, reporting, and operational insight.
- Collaborate with internal teams across finance, operations, and leadership.
- Exemplify company core values: Customers, Employees, Character, and Mastery.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: - Minimum 5 years of construction accounting experience (required).
- Management and/or supervisory experience.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, including construction-specific accounting standards.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; construction accounting systems preferred.
Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- CPA preferred (CMA or CCIFP beneficial).
- Advanced degree is a plus.
