Financial Controller

Founded in 1971, Franz Witte has grown into one of Idaho's largest outdoor living companies, offering commercial bid-build and residential design-build landscaping, commercial landscape maintenance, irrigation services, snow and ice management, and an unmatched retail experience at our destination garden center. Our culture is built on Safety, Leadership, Quality, Relationships, Vision, Profit, and Passion. Our people care deeply about each other and work hard every day to achieve our vision of being the most trusted landscape solutions partner.We may not always get it right, but we continuously learn, improve, and grow together. What You’ll Do Responsible for all financial accounting systems, workflows, and related processes. Prepare and present accurate and timely monthly financial statements, rolling budget forecasts, and key management reports. Partner with the ownership and leadership teams to develop annual budgets. Interpret data trends and provide insights and recommendations necessary to achieve established financial goals. Lead and manage the monthly and annual accounting closing. Evaluate and maintain effective internal controls which protect company assets and support reliable reporting. Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal financial, payroll, tax, and reporting requirements. Lead, train and mentor the accounting and administrative team members. Coordinate with external corporate tax, banking, insurance, and other professional partners. All other duties as assigned. What We’re Looking For Minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible accounting or financial management experience, with direct experience in the key responsibilities outlined above. Demonstrated expertise in financial accounting, budgeting, forecasting financial reporting, and job-cost accounting principles is required. Experience implementing, maintaining, and improving accounting software and financial-reporting systems. Knowledge of payroll processing and related monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into practical recommendations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with employees and leaders at all levels. Bilingual English-Spanish skills are a plus. Experience in managing team members, balancing competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. CPA, CMA or MBA credentials are welcome but not required with relevant experience. Construction or other job-cost accounting experience preferred but not required. The Leader Who Will Thrive Here You have strong analytical skills and enjoy problem solving. You maintain a high level of accuracy and organization while keeping broader business goals and priorities in focus. You take full ownership of the accounting function, maintain strict confidentiality, and consistently exercise sound judgment and integrity. You enjoy improving systems and developing people in a growing, seasonal, multi-division company. You communicate financial information clearly and comfortably collaborate with both financial and operation team members. You bring proven expertise and professionalism; but also, willing and able to connect with the team and be ready to get "down and dirty" to help them succeed too. Why Join Franz Witte? We’re a values-driven company with deep Idaho roots and more than 55 years of creating and servicing amazing outdoor living spaces. A collaborative leadership team and the opportunity to make a meaningful company-wide impact. Because we have pink flamingos…everywhere and on everything. We operate in Idaho!We’re close to all kinds of outdoor activities making it a great place for anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle. Health, life, short-term disability, accident, critical care, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program benefits 529 education plan Paid time off Franz Witte Landscape Contracting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is subject to applicable company hiring requirements, including drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Webuildidaho