Controller

Controller

Location: Chesterfield, VA Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Starting Salary: $140,000/year, higher depending on experience

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead and manage the company's accounting operations. This position is responsible for financial reporting, accounting systems, internal controls, budgeting, cash flow management, and ensuring financial results comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

The Controller will provide financial leadership, support strategic business initiatives, and work closely with operational leadership to maintain financial integrity and improve accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive strategic initiatives, execute business plans, and maintain a big-picture perspective.
• Lead financial integrity and collaboration in managing accounting systems and processes.
• Oversee all accounting and financial functions, including accounts payable, payroll, reporting, billing, taxes, P&L, asset management, collections, and budgeting.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Manage cash flow, forecasting, and short- and long-term financial analyses.
• Maintain accounting systems and records and implement and monitor key financial and operational controls.
• Develop and enforce internal processes, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor cash flow and P&L performance and review bank accounts daily.
• Provide financial and project accounting leadership aligned with operational and strategic goals.
• Review monthly reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and oversee balance sheet, revenue estimates, expenses, and allocations.
• Manage monthly and year-end closing processes and ensure deadlines are met.
• Participate in audits and oversee tax compliance and licensing.
• Coordinate the submission of financial data to an external accounting firm for annual review.
• Lead and support accounting team members, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Assistant Controller functions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience; construction or rail industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP.
• Superior ability to handle complex account reconciliations, budgets, financial reports, and related accounting functions.
• Highly proficient computer skills with the ability to learn and use specialized accounting software, including Timberline and Viewpoint.
• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily desk work with occasional walking, standing, and meetings with employees.
• Ability to travel to various divisions and attend meetings as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. for items such as files and computers.
• Occasional bending required.

Travel Requirements Minimal travel required, with occasional travel to other divisions and for conferences, workshops, seminars, meetings, and training.