Financial Controller

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting activities for the organization. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, maintains internal controls, supports strategic decision-making, and manages the day-to-day operations of the accounting department. The Controller partners closely with executive leadership to provide financial insights, improve processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting functions, including general ledger, month-end close, reporting, reconciliations and more.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning activities.
• Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Mentor, develop, and manage accounting staff while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee job costing, WIP reporting, and project profitability analysis to ensure accurate revenue recognition and visibility into project performance.
• Partner with project managers and operations leadership to monitor budgets, forecast costs, and improve financial results across active projects.
• Lead cash flow management, including forecasting, billing, collections, retainage tracking, and coordination with banking/surety partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing month-end close and annual audit processes.
• Experience in the construction accounting.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.