Job Summary The Bowers Group, a Legence company, is seeking a highly motivated Controller to join our team in Beltsville, Maryland. This is an in-office position. The Controller plays a key role in financial reporting, compliance, and operational support, working closely with the Senior Controller and cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities- Assist in the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets, interim forecasts, and corporate reporting.
- Prepare and analyze internal KPI dashboards, monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and related schedules.
- Oversee and coordinate the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
- Participate in the annual audit and quarterly review procedures; ensure timely and accurate documentation for external auditors.
- Fully utilize ERP software to achieve financial and operational objectives on a timely basis.
- Assist in tax documentation preparation and prepare schedules that will help support the data.
- Collaborating with the IT department to maintain financial records and system processes.
- Identify workflow gaps and implement process improvements to streamline operations.
- Ensure efficient policies, procedures, and internal controls are in place and followed.
- Maintain and monitor capital expenditures and fixed asset accounting (depreciation, additions, disposals).
- Manage and supervise AR, AP, job costing/contracts, and the general ledger.
- Develop and maintain effective percentage of completion accounting and project forecasting in collaboration with project managers.
- Prepare monthly reports for projects, collections, billings, contracts, and WIP (Work in Process) reporting.
- Lead or support various operational and financial analyses and ad hoc reporting as requested by management or corporate.
- Participate in continuous improvement.
- Supervise and develop a staff of 4-8 accounting professionals.
- Other duties and analyses as assigned.
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- At least seven years of accounting experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) or corporate accounting.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.
- Construction industry experience strongly preferred.
- Firm knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
- Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage of completion accounting preferred.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong attention to detail; rigorous, methodical, and results driven.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with competing deadlines.
- Effective communicator with polished written and verbal skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and team development skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word); experience with Viewpoint Spectrum and OneStream a plus.
- High ethical standards, objectivity, and commitment to confidentiality.
- Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Additional Information- This is an in-office position based in Beltsville, Maryland.
- Periodic travel may be required for meetings or business needs.
- No sponsorship is available for this position.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Salary range - $165,000 - $175,000
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Benefits OverviewHealth & Welfare: Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D
Time Off Benefits: Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan
