The Assistant Controller, will reporting to Vice President of Operations and will play a critical role in overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing construction company, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls across all functions. This position works closely with senior leadership to provide meaningful financial insights, support strategic decision-making, and drive continuous improvement within the accounting department.
What you'll do:- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff across project accounting, payroll, and bookkeeping. Set clear expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and foster a culture of accuracy and accountability.
- Design and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures. Conduct periodic assessments, identify gaps, and implement corrective measures to mitigate financial and operational risk.
- Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, including the close calendar, task ownership, and timely completion of all entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, construction accounting standards, and PA regulatory requirements.
- Review and approve project budgets, forecasts, and financial models. Monitor budget-to-actual performance, identify variances, and maintain rolling forecasts reflecting current project status and cost-to-complete projections.
- Monitor project profitability, cost performance, and revenue recognition.
- Oversee monthly project financial reports, variance analyses, job costing, WIP, backlog, and pipeline forecasting.
- Ensure timely progress billings, subcontractor payments, and audit-ready project documentation.
- Serve as primary liaison for external auditors and conduct periodic internal audits to proactively identify compliance gaps and control weaknesses.
- Oversee the integrity of the general ledger, chart of accounts, and financial reporting structure, including accurate processing of AP, AR, fixed assets, leases, loans, and credit card reconciliations.
- Review and approve all manual journal entries, ensuring proper support, authorization, and audit trail in accordance with GAAP.
- Review and approve monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring variances are investigated promptly and aged items are escalated appropriately.
- Oversee payroll processing, tax filings, unemployment claims, garnishments, and 401(k) administration.
- Ensure accurate fixed asset tracking, depreciation schedules, and related reporting.
- Coordinate with external tax advisors on all federal, state, and local filings. Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with all applicable tax obligations.
- Manage insurance policies, renewals, audits, claims, bonding, licensing, and regulatory compliance.
- Support legal and contractual reviews related to financial terms.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to support business decisions and long-term planning.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risk indicators. Partner with leadership on capital investments and growth initiatives.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to ownership and senior leadership.
What you need for success:- Experience: 5-7 years in accounting, specifically within the construction or project-based industry.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or Master's preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in construction accounting software (Sage, Procore, Timberline) and advanced Excel.
- Skills: Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and subcontractor compliance.
What you can expect:- A culture built on teamwork, respect, and entrepreneurial spirit
- Leadership that invests in your growth and career development
- Opportunities to take on new challenges, cross-train, and expand your skillset
- Recognition and rewards for your contributions and achievements
- A fast-paced, sports-driven environment where your work makes an impact
Sounds like your kind of team?If you're ready to bring your passion and talent to a company that champions your future, we want to hear from you. Apply now and start your next chapter with a company that plays to wi
What We Offer- Benefits Package
- Matching retirement savings plan*
- Paid time off
- Additional offerings may apply and will be discussed during hiring process
*If applicable
Responsible Manufacturing - Protecting Our Planet for the Future- EcoVadis Platinum Medal - recognizing top 1% global performance in sustainability excellence.
- Goal Zero - commitment to diverting job site and manufacturing waste from landfill.
- Industry-leading manufacturing systems certified to ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environmental), and ISO 45001 (health & safety).
- Leading recycling and material regeneration through two owned and operated facilities.
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