Job ID: 20175
Compensation
$200000 - $240000 / year
Position Summary
• The VP & Controller acts as the financial liaison between the corporate accounting department and field operations to ensure compliance with accounting, payroll and personnel policies, procedures, requirements, and guidelines.
• Manages the staff and processes for the Major Projects finance and shared services hub.
• Manages financial and accounting functions for the group, ensures that accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles, and that internal policies and controls are followed. A major function of this position is involvement in the full cycle of new projects, from the bidding stage to project completion.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
• Acts as subject matter expert for site accounting and accounting-related issues.
• Prepares and\or oversees the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and periodic accounting and financial information including variance reports, budgets, financial statements, and forecasts.
• Supports multiple construction project teams and manages the financial needs and reporting requirements of each one.
• Manages the financial side of joint ventures, from both a lead and minority position.
• Ensures integrity of financial records by maintaining a strong internal control environment in compliance with Company policies, GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley; provides feedback of any corrective action required.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements; prepares and\or oversees preparation of reports to government and regulatory agencies.
• Prepares analyses for and acts as liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Manages month-end close process.
• Manages site implementation of corporate accounting-related initiatives.
• Leads the preparation of the annual operating budget.
• Performs annual staff performance evaluations.
• Interviews, trains and supports staff in a variety of areas, including policies and procedures, payroll activities, AP, AR, job costs and HR.
• Prepares ad hoc reports and works on special projects as requested.
Required Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA a plus
• A minimum of 7 years senior-level finance or accounting experience
• North American cross border experience preferred
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local financial regulations
• Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred
• General knowledge of HR practices and laws
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
• Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting
• Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity
• Ability to effectively train and manage staff
• Ability to manage multiple projects within tight timeframes
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work remotely with managers and staff in various locations
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
• Works in different environments ranging from office to job trailer
• Frequently sits for long periods of time
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending
• Some travel required - 15-30%
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
