Controller

Our client is a locally owned, Marietta-based company with 30 years of history behind them and a lot more ahead. They partner with businesses across Metro Atlanta, providing emergency response and restoration services. With a watchful eye and forward-thinking solutions, their team is always ahead of what's next and committed to safeguarding people and rebuilding lives. They show up when it matters most, and the people behind that work are what make it possible. Position Overview The Controller oversees the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, payroll, reconciliations, compliance activities, and project-based accounting processes while ensuring accuracy and operational efficiency across the business. This role partners with leadership and department teams to strengthen financial processes, optimize systems, improve financial visibility, and support our client's Open-Book Management philosophy and financial literacy initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the monthly and year-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Create and maintain internal controls, financial oversight processes, and compliance standards. Monitor cash flow, banking activity, and liquidity needs. Daily review of reconciliations and financial activity to ensure accuracy across accounts and systems. Partner with leadership, department heads, and managers to provide financial insight and operational guidance. Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency. Maintain accounting procedures, documentation standards, and review controls. Financial Systems & Process Improvement Oversee and optimize financial systems, accounting platforms, and related operational technologies. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, system enhancements, and workflow optimization. Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to support financial systems Accounting Operations Experience overseeing project-based accounting, including WIP reporting/contract schedules, and profitability analysis. Oversee accounts payable, payment workflows, and bank reconciliations. Review accounting transactions to ensure proper coding, approvals, and posting accuracy. Manage vendor payments, ACH transactions, check runs, and banking activity. Oversee credit card activity, employee expense reporting, and cash disbursements. Maintain reconciliations for prepaid expenses, accruals, and balance sheet accounts. Prepare and review journal entries and support monthly and year-end reporting. Oversee fixed asset tracking and depreciation schedules Maintain organized financial records, documentation, and audit support materials. Establish new vendor accounts and maintain state licensing. Payroll & Benefits Administration Oversight Oversee payroll preparation, reconciliation, and submission processes. Review payroll reports, compensation adjustments, reimbursements, and related activities. Manage benefit reconciliations, employer contributions, and payroll deductions. Financial Reporting, Compliance & Audit Support Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting activities. Prepare financial and workers' compensation audits Organize payroll reports, tax documents, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for audits. Coordinate annual 1099 processing and related reporting requirements. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Provide leadership and accountability across accounting processes. Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and build trusted partnerships throughout the organization. Embrace an Open-Book Management philosophy Takes an active role in building financial literacy company-wide Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 5+ years of construction or manufacturing accounting experience with senior-level responsibilities, including schedule of values. Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, payroll, and internal controls. Experience managing AP/AR, payroll, banking activity, and financial reconciliations. Experience supporting audits, compliance activities, and financial reporting processes. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and professionalism when handling confidential information. #J-18808-Ljbffr