Controller

A growing energy infrastructure business is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee its accounting operations and provide financial leadership across a growing portfolio of projects. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, budgeting, audit coordination, cash management, and process improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and manage a small accounting team. The role is suited to an experienced accounting professional who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial awareness, analytical ability, and proven leadership experience. Key Responsibilities Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately, completely, and within required reporting deadlines. Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. Manage multi-entity consolidations and intercompany eliminations. Oversee the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages and management narratives. Provide accurate and timely financial information to senior management and external stakeholders. Review accounting activity to ensure compliance with applicable accounting policies and procedures. Budgeting & Financial Planning Support senior leadership with the annual budgeting and planning process. Work with budget owners to develop, monitor, and manage departmental and project budgets. Analyze budget-to-actual results and investigate significant variances. Provide financial insight and recommendations to management based on performance trends. Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and identify potential issues proactively. Internal Controls & Compliance Maintain and strengthen the organization's internal control environment. Ensure financial processes remain compliant with SOX requirements. Review existing accounting processes and identify opportunities to improve controls and reduce risk. Develop and implement process improvements where appropriate. Maintain appropriate documentation for key financial controls and processes. Audit Coordinate and support internal and external audit activities. Serve as a key point of contact for auditors. Prepare and review audit schedules and supporting documentation. Respond to audit inquiries and ensure requests are addressed accurately and promptly. Assist with resolving audit findings and implementing agreed-upon improvements. Treasury & Cash Management Work closely with treasury and senior finance leadership on cash flow management. Support relationships with financial institutions and other external financial stakeholders. Assist with monitoring financing arrangements and financial covenant requirements. Provide financial reporting and analysis required for banking and financing activities. Monitor working capital, receivables, payables, and overall cash requirements. Process Improvement & Systems Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, processes, and reporting. Lead initiatives designed to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of financial reporting. Evaluate existing procedures and recommend practical improvements. Help ensure accounting systems effectively support the organization's growth. Utilize ERP and financial reporting systems to improve financial visibility and operational efficiency. Supervise and develop a small accounting team. Establish clear priorities, responsibilities, and performance expectations. Coach team members and support their professional development. Review the quality and accuracy of work produced by the accounting function. Promote a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance team environment. Business Partnership Partner with senior leadership and operational stakeholders on financial matters. Translate financial information into clear business insights and recommendations. Support strategic planning and other financial initiatives. Participate in special projects and other responsibilities as required. Proactively identify financial, operational, and process-related risks and opportunities. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant US GAAP exposure. Strong experience with financial reporting and month-end close processes. Experience with multi-entity accounting and consolidations. Strong understanding of internal controls and SOX requirements. Previous experience supervising or managing accounting professionals. Experience working with ERP/accounting systems. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications Experience in an energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, industrial, or other project-based organization. Experience with project cost accounting or expenditure tracking. Experience with Oracle or comparable ERP platforms. Experience supporting debt facilities, banking relationships, or financial covenants. Experience working within a growing or evolving organization. Experience implementing accounting process improvements. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is an experienced CPA Controller or Senior Accounting Manager who has progressed through increasingly senior accounting roles and is comfortable operating in a hands-on environment. They should have a strong technical accounting foundation, excellent knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to senior stakeholders. The successful candidate will also be comfortable working across multiple entities, managing competing priorities, leading a small team, and improving processes as the organization continues to grow. #J-18808-Ljbffr