Assistant Controller

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WO) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. We have an Assistant Controller position in our Eden Prairie, MN office. This position will develop and manage General Ledger and Accounts Payable in coordination with the Corporate Controller while supporting real-time financial reporting.

As an Assistant Controller at WM you will become part of a company that is:

• 100% employee-owned company with 41 years of industry history
• Entrepreneurially Minded
• A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
• ENR top 500 firm at #170

Holders of this position will regularly exercise decision-making authority in support of the Company's financial goals as set by the Business leadership. The Assistant Controller will participate in refining business plans to meet company goals by providing extensive, accurate, and timely financial data.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages the GL and AP team in coordination with the Controller to ensure requirements of the monthly accounting cycle are met, including the processing of all accounts payable and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures. Trains other employees to apply and follow those policies. Develops protocols to help establish consistent behaviors in financial operations.
• Reviews all general ledger monthly financial reports for completeness and accuracy. Provides feedback on areas for improvement.
• Reviews monthly Sales Tax returns for completeness and accuracy.
• Will be a Project Accountant to learn the position.
• Collaborates with Human Resources for payroll compliance and processing and reconciliation of payroll accounts.
• Assists CFO, Controller, and CPA on year-end close out and tax reporting.

Essential Job Requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with experience in financial reporting.
• Ability to work well cross-functionally and influence across the organization.
• Adapts easily to change, learns quickly, and understands how internal and external factors impact decisions. Adjusts to changing priorities based on business needs, manages multiple tasks, and aligns priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• MS Office skills are required, and familiarity with additional construction accounting software is a plus.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality.
• Experience in growth stage company preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Work Conditions :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office Work:

• • Extensive computer use
  • Office desk/cubicle environment

Our People

• Empowered Individuals - Employee owned, we are able to hire the best and empower them to develop and deliver solutions
• Rewarded & Motivated - Investing in continuing education and world-class benefits keeps our staff motivated
• Positive Attitudes - Dedicated experts are committed in the long-run and bring a positive, can-do attitude to your project
• Knowledgeable - Recognized industry experts reinforced with ongoing training remain knowledgeable on the latest industry trends and directions

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical • Dental • Vision • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D • Long Term Disability • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Program • 401(k)/Profit Sharing • 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Employee Assistance Program • Will Preparation Resources • Worldwide Travel Assistance.

The expected salary rate is $100,000 to $110,000 base per year depending on skillset and qualifications plus a discretionary bonus and employee stock program

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