Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

We are seeking a detail-driven and strategic Assistant Controller to play a key role in our financial management operations. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between high-level financial strategy and day-to-day accounting operations. You will ensure the accuracy of financial records, and streamline processes for corporate accounting, audits, and resource allocation.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset- our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E and Construction Management firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization that has a strong track record and is looking to strengthen relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for our clients in the public and private sector. We are proud to be known as an "Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions" firm and we have delivered on that label time and again.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients. LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston, Needham, MA and Edison, NJ.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close Management

• Oversee and streamline the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP and FAR.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Process payroll and payroll reconciliations.

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate with external auditors to prepare annual audit schedules and tax documentation.
• Evaluate, update, and implement internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure financial records align with federal, state, and local regulatory guidelines.

Team Leadership & System Management

• Supervise, train, and mentor junior accounting staff.
• Collaborate with the IT and project management teams to optimize the utilization of ERP/accounting software.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. MBA or Master's degree is preferred.
• Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is highly desired.
• Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance, ideally with exposure to an engineering, manufacturing, or construction environment.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency is required. Experience with Deltek (Vision and/or VantagePoint) software is heavily valued.
• Soft Skills: Excellent analytical capabilities, critical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial engineering managers. Attention to detail and the ability to work independently are desired.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment.

Compensation: Min: $94,000 - Max: $142,000 (depending on experience and certifications)

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.