Financial Controller

POSITION SUMMARY The Financial Controller serves as a leader, subject matter expert, and teammate on all corporate financial matters. This includes reporting, costing, analysis, intercompany analysis, and some audit responsibilities. Reports To: VP-Finance Location: Burlington, MA Direct Reports: 3 (7 total) This full-time position is hybrid with three days in office (M, T, W) The Financial Controller contributes to company success by driving compliant, accurate, and timely reporting and analysis. They are a champion of continuous improvement efforts to monitor and analyze costs, cash flow impacts, and develop solid working relationships with internal and external entities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting & Compliance Manage the day-to-day accounting operations for the company Ensure compliance with financial standards including GAAP, payroll and sales taxes. Provide direct support to VP of Finance and ensure open communication on accounting matters. Conduct payroll reviews and provide labor/burden rate support. Monitor daily cash management and cash control processes including payments to vendors and reconciliations of bank statements. Provide monthly/quarterly results reports and ad hoc reports to senior and executive management. Coordinate with external auditors and consultants for taxes, financial statement audits and other financial reviews. Identify need and implement new technologies to enhance financial management and reporting when needed. Internal Controls Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures on day-to-day activities. Facilitate preparation, review and filing of monthly sales/use taxes and personal property taxes for CBES entities. Maintain control of internal and external intercompany transactions and reconciliation of balances. Provide leadership for the team, ensuring proper procedures are followed and consistently applied. Team Management Provide feedback on performance, coaching, cross training, and professional development of General Ledger Team. Use and manage financial software and systems to streamline processes and improve efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with other departments, parent companies and other subsidiaries on accounting and job costing matters. Build relationships with internal and external representatives. Perform other duties as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Strong integrity and work ethic are critical. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent, a Master’s degree desirable. 8-10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility. 3+ years’ experience managing a team. B2B in construction/engineering or service environment, with some job costing experience. Experience with construction ERP software, CMiC a plus. Proficient in Office 365, with intermediate Excel skills. Preferred Qualifications Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES Commitment to excellence in customer service. Display effective interpersonal skills with all levels of employees both within and outside of the accounting team. Experience in process improvement. Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to prioritize accordingly and switch between tasks frequently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Enthusiasm and willingness to learn in an engaging, highly collaborative team environment. WORK ENVIRONMENT Office setting with frequent sitting, standing, walking, and bending. Occasional lifting, up to 15 lbs. ABOUT CBES City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Utilizing our vast array of in-house resources, CBES experts tackle the most challenging projects from inception to completion, including project design, engineering, construction and commissioning. Our integrated team provides unique value serving our clients and our climate. WHY SHOULD YOU WORK AT CBES? We offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match. CBES is An Aff… The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to. ABOUT CITY Leaders in grocery and retail integrated facilities management, building and engineering and sustainability, City US provides a full suite of end-to-end, industry-disruptive services to trusted partners across the nation. Firmly rooted in transparency, trust and collaboration for nearly 40 years, we work side-by-side with partners and team members who share our same values and determination for making a difference in our communities. Our expertise includes maintenance, engineering, sustainability, technical procurement and support, and cleaning & ancillary services - across the City FM and CBES portfolios. City is part of a global network of leading facilities management, professional services, and data-driven sustainability solutions, for starters. Also, we offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) match with immediate vesting and company match. We don’t just hire anyone at City; we’re looking for loyal team members with a deep sense of responsibility and a thirst for constant learning and growth with a willingness to always lend a helping hand. When you join City, you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too – helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-classes training programs, over 1,500 e-learning classes through City University or Leadership Development framework – City cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon. Wondering if your values align with ours? If you put clients first, care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other, you will fit right in! So, if you’re ready to get started, we’re ready for you. City is An Aff… Also, we offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) match with immediate vesting and company match. Visit our culture pages #J-18808-Ljbffr City BES, LLC