Controller

Controller

Novate Solution's Inc. is an Industrial Technology Services firm with 20+ years of providing professional engineering design, turnkey project implementation, and support services for the technology that runs industrial manufacturing facilities.

Most of our clients are large-scale, industrial facilities that rely on us for our expertise, high-quality implementation of process control systems, information software, instrumentation, industrial networks, SCADA, inspection, motion, and state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 technologies.

Novate is a business-to-business corporation that primarily provides industrial plant services to large corporations. We also engage in selective work with large-scale industrial contractors, government agencies and mid-sized food and beverage producers.

Responsibilities

· Oversee team members in procurement and accounting.

· Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger management, project accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, financial reporting, and internal controls.

· Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of Novate's business models, revenue streams, cost structures, liability exposure, and insurance requirements.

· Oversee all billing functions, ensuring contract compliance, accurate invoicing, adherence to billing schedules, and timely collection of receivables.

· Establish, formalize and monitor key performance metrics for billing, collections, work-in-progress (WIP), and cash flow.

· Manage project cost accounting, including labor burden calculations, material costs, project profitability analysis, and real-time reporting by project and business unit.

· Develop and maintain an effective chart of accounts and financial reporting structure that accurately captures revenues, direct costs, fixed costs, and variable costs by business unit.

· Lead cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling to support operational planning and executive decision-making.

· Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable tax regulations.

· Oversee multi-state sales tax compliance, nexus requirements, and federal, state, and local tax planning initiatives, including available tax credits and deductions.

· Partner with engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams to establish processes for inventory tracking, material management, quality control, and ISO-compliant documentation

· Establish and maintain documented accounting procedures for accounts receivable, accounts payable, month-end close, quarter-end close, and financial controls.

· Coordinate contract compliance reviews, financial audits, and automated reporting systems to improve accuracy, accountability, and operational efficiency.

· Oversee and maintain business compliance systems, contractor qualification platforms, fleet management systems, and other administrative programs required to support company operations.

· Participate in and drive executive team financial meetings.

· Support migration from QuickBooks Online to a new ERP system.

· Periodic travel to other Novate locations is sometimes required.

· Other various tasks associated with small corporation business.

Experience and Skills

· 10+ years of recent accounting experience

· Working knowledge of project-based and service business operations

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

· Knowledgeable in GAAP

· Able to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and integrated software systems

· Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

· Familiar with AIA G702 and G703 payment application

· Strong leadership and communication skills

· General knowledge of business, and corporate taxes

· Highly skilled using Excel for in-depth financial analysis

· Keyboarding 45 wpm corrected, or greater

· 10-Key 9,000kph corrected, or greater

Education

· BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; MBA preferred.

License/Certifications

· Valid CA driver's license

· CMA preferred

Competencies

· Communication

· Results Driven

· Critical Thinking

· Process Driven

· Problem Solving Leadership

· Team Builder

Physical Demands

· Ability to lift up to 25 pounds; frequent standing and/or sitting.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

· Ability to pass a DOD security-level background check.

Benefits

· Paid vacation

· 401(k)

· Flexible work schedule

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· Wellness benefits

· Life insurance

· Identity theft protection

Equal Opportunity Employer

NO RECRUITERS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Schedule

· Monday to Friday

Location

· Merced, CA 95341 or Sacramento, CA 95691

· In-office position with the ability to work from home 1 day per week