Controller

P1 Construction is seeking a Controller for our Lenexa, KS office. Join ourP1 Team! P1 Construction, LLC., has grown into a national construction and solutions provider. P1 is a specialty subcontractor providing HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building technologies, controls, millwright, and architectural metal work across the U.S. But there’s so much more to P1’s broad spectrum single‑source capabilities, including value‑added services like virtual design and construction and multi‑trade fabrication. When you work for P1 Construction, you'll be part of a culture that puts safety first, treats associates like family, and provides challenging work in a rewarding, energetic environment. P1 Construction takes pride in maintaining a high standard of excellence along with an ethical and friendly business culture. P1 Construction, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of status, including status as a protected veteran or as an individual with a disability. We offer a competitive compensation package. Job Summary The Controller will plan and direct the accounting operations and the financial reporting of the company. The controller position will also provide financial advice to management as needed and conduct monthly financial reviews with appropriate personnel. This position oversees all operations of the Accounting Department, which includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management. Some travel is required. Responsibilities and Duties Manage the Accounting divisions effectively, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Develop and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implement a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk. Complete monthly bank reconciliations. Establish adequate systems and procedures for the control of cash and the protection of company assets. Manage various statutory tax requirements such as withholding, unemployment, personal property and sales and use tax. Ensure compliance with local, state and federal government requirements. Research and setup will be required. Direct all banking activities, taxes & withholding changes accordingly. Manage various statutory union requirements. Must insure compliance, direct payment of all union fringes, and oversee union audits. Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and develop dashboards to report results against benchmarks. Collaborate with key personnel to develop the annual budget and forecasts; report significant variances from budget/forecast monthly. Generate and distribute periodic monthly financial statements; ensure results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. Review and record journal entries required to reflect the monthly activity. Prepare the reports supporting the monthly close process and month‑end balances. Work with external auditors and tax accountants to provide necessary information for the annual audit. Managerial Teamwork Establishes and maintains a collaborative working relationship with leadership by providing timely, accurate, and complete information and by answering questions and requests. Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with the Accounting Department to include providing timely, accurate and complete information. Coordinates with appropriate P1 departments for timely delivery of material and manpower resources. Provides timely, accurate, and complete information to the company’s senior leaders. Leadership Lives the P1 operating principles and leads in accordance with the company’s leadership model. Defines training requirements and coordinates for training interventions that promotes the professional growth of all assigned associates. Coaches and mentors direct reports and promotes their professional growth by providing clear expectations; timely, meaningful feedback (to include periodic formal performance appraisals); and, as appropriate, recognition, redirection, or positive discipline. Qualifications and Skills Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. Minimum ten years of relevant accounting experience. Management Experience: Must have a minimum of 2 years of continuous full-time experience directly supervising multiple full-time accounting personnel, including responsibility for employment related decisions. Preferred: Experience directly performing in‑house union payroll or overseeing in‑house union payroll of at least 300 employees per pay period. Outsourced payroll does not qualify. Preferred: Construction industry knowledge. Preferred: Certified Public Accountant designation. Driving Requirements: Must be able to satisfactorily pass a motor vehicle record check. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have access to drive a well maintained vehicle. Must be up to date registration with the local Department of Motor Vehicles. Both the candidate and the vehicle must be currently covered on a personal insurance policy. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent management and supervisory skills. Computer Skills: proficient in using email, database, and internet, spreadsheet, and word processing applications: specifically Microsoft Office products. Must be willing to learn new software applications. Proficiency in accounting software is required. Familiarity with COINS ERP+ preferred but not required. Internal Customer Service: responds promptly to internal customer needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills: focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Language Skills: Reading and Comprehension: must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; to write reports, instructions to employees, and basic business correspondence; and to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, internal customers, and vendors. Oral Communication: speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings. Written communication: writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information. Mathematical Skills: must be proficient at general business and accounting mathematics skills. Planning/Organizing: prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently. Technical Skills: assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a criminal background check and drug screen. Benefits for fulltime non-union personnel include: Workflex policy Educational Assistance program after two years Immediate PTO, birthday pay, and holiday pay Volunteer community service paid time off Parental and grandparent paid time off after one year Bereavement paid time off Company paid disability insurance Company paid Employee Assistance Program with counseling Company paid financial education & wellness program with budgeting resources 401K retirement plan with fully vested annual company contribution equal to 3% of compensation, and additional discretionary annual company contribution subject to vesting (not based on employee paycheck deferral contributions) Health with HSA, Dental, and Vision insurance Dependent Care FSA Voluntary Life insurance Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance plans Voluntary Hinge Health Musculoskeletal Digital Exercise Therapy Program Voluntary LegalShield and Identity Theft protection plans #J-18808-Ljbffr