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Our client, a well-established construction and engineering firm, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting operations. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will be responsible for the integrity of the company's financial reporting and serve as a key resource for both senior leadership and field operations teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional to take ownership of a broad finance function within a thriving organization.
Job Responsibility
Produce financial reports that summarize historical results and project future business activity, including income, expenses, and earnings
Manage the monthly close process for company and client profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and budget variance reports
Review trial balances and ensure proper accruals and reserves are in place to uphold financial accuracy and integrity
Deliver timely and accurate monthly financial reporting packages to senior management and field operations leadership
Conduct variance analysis against plan and forecast, clearly communicating findings and driving corrective actions where needed
Lead monthly work-in-process reviews across active projects
Partner with the CFO on the development of annual budgets and forecasts aligned with corporate financial objectives
Ensure adherence to GAAP, internal controls, standard operating procedures, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance through regular account audits
Protect company assets by establishing and maintaining a strong internal controls environment
Serve as the primary point of contact for both internal and external audit activities
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA designation preferred
At least 7 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with demonstrated growth in responsibility over time
Hands-on experience across the full accounting cycle, including payroll, accounts payable, billing, accounts receivable, job cost accounting (percentage of completion), and financial reporting
Prior experience in the construction or engineering industry is a plus
Advanced proficiency in Excel
working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Access
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights for both finance and non-finance audiences
Nice to have
Prior experience in the construction or engineering industry