POSITION OVERVIEW:The Controller is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records as well as the effective day-to-day operation of the Finance Department. The Controller provides hands-on leadership, manages Finance personnel, drives monthly close, oversees billing and cash flow processes, and serves as the primary operational partner to the Director of Finance.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Lead and manage the daily operations, workflow, and personnel of the Finance Department, establishing clear priorities, performance expectations, and accountability.
- Serve as the first level of escalation for Finance related operational issues and ensure timely resolution.
- Ensure invoices, payments, reconciliations, collections activities, and accounting tasks continue to move without unnecessary delays.
- Own and execute a 5-business day monthly close including general ledger and intercompany reconciliations, while ensuring accuracy and consistency. Assist with preparation of monthly reporting package.
- Prepare, review and analyze financial statements, including P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement and Work in Progress.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, including proper revenue recognition for percentage of completion projects and service agreements.
- Own open work order WIP, ensuring timely processing, accurate job costing and review of profitability.
- Review branch financial results and investigate variances and key drivers.
- Ensure billing issues requiring Operations involvement are escalated and resolved promptly.
- Own the accounts receivable and collections process, including daily cash receipts, timely application of customer payments, monitoring of aged receivables, and collection issues
- Monitor daily and weekly cash activity and partner with the Director of Finance on cash forecasting and working capital management.
- Monitor and maintain bid contracts for renewals, expirations and rate changes.
- Complete multi-jurisdictional sales tax reconciliation and prepare filings.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
- Take ownership of special projects and other initiatives as assigned.
- Support senior management with financial insights into business growth and respond to ad hoc financial data requests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Experience:5+ years of experience in construction accounting or similar role
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Preferred Qualifications- Construction/Mechanical/Service industry experience highly preferred; particularly experience with WIP, Percentage of Completion/Revenue Recognition, Job Costing, Change Orders and Project/Service Billing
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational skills
- High attention to detail, problem solving mindset and ability to work under pressure
- Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office, Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
- Experience with ERP systems and financial software; Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred
- Ability to work as a team player
