Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to direct the accounting function and provide strong financial guidance for a growing organization in Chesterfield, Virginia. This position combines hands-on oversight of daily financial operations with broader leadership in planning, reporting, and process improvement. The successful candidate will help strengthen financial discipline, support executive decision-making, and contribute to the company’s continued growth through accurate reporting and sound controls.

Responsibilities:

• Direct core accounting activities across payables, receivables, payroll, billing, general ledger, fixed assets, budgeting, collections, and tax-related matters.

• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting that is accurate, timely, and aligned with applicable accounting standards.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash planning efforts, while delivering financial insights that support both immediate needs and long-range goals.

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls to protect financial data, improve accuracy, and promote compliance.

• Refine accounting workflows, policies, and procedures to increase efficiency and strengthen overall financial performance.

• Analyze profitability, liquidity, and other key financial indicators, and present practical recommendations to senior leadership.

• Oversee reconciliations, accruals, allocations, balance sheet activity, and supporting schedules to ensure reliable financial records.

• Manage month-end and year-end close activities, coordinating timelines and ensuring all reporting deadlines are met.

• Coordinate external audits, tax submissions, licensing requirements, and other statutory or regulatory filings.

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management roles.

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and the full accounting cycle, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.

• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing and developing accounting staff.

• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities in a deadline-driven environment.

• Advanced proficiency with accounting systems and financial software.

• Background in project-based industries such as transportation, construction, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial services is preferred.

• Experience with job costing, project accounting, revenue recognition, or platforms such as Sage Timberline or Viewpoint is a plus.