Senior Accountant - Construction (Controller Track)

We are a growing mechanical (HVAC & Plumbing) construction company seeking to hire a Senior Accountant who will quickly evolve into a Controller-level leader.

JOB SUMMARY: The Controller is at the heart of the company’s day-to-day financial operations, providing a foundation for its financial management. Systematic, solutions-oriented, and forward-thinking, the Controller effectively.

1. Manages short-term cash flow

2. Closes the books each month accurately and on time

3. Safeguards the company’s assets through a system of effective financial controls

4. Covers the company’s compliance needs

In addition, the Controller collaborates with the owners on the annual budgets, cost control, and financial planning and analysis (FP&A) in general.

DEPARTMENT: Finance/Administration

RECEIVES DIRECTION FROM (YOUR MANAGER): President

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

More specifically, the Controller:

• Hires, manages and develops direct reports
• Forecast Cash Flow- short- and medium-term (13 weeks to 13 months)
• Oversees day-to-day financial operations (cash, payroll, billing, A/R collections, A/P, job set up and close out, banking and treasury, insurance, etc.) while identifying and executing continuous process improvement
• Closes the books each month, including sending financial reports to the leadership team
• Meets reporting and compliance requirements (corporate income tax, property and sales/use tax, payroll taxes, 401K, etc.)
• Maintains, tests, and evolves a system of controls that...
• A. Safeguards the company’s cash and physical
• B. Documents policies and procedures for clarity, consistency and personnel redundancy
• C. Safely retains paper and electronic files
• D. Runs finance and administration according to an annual calendar
• E. Measures performance against the annual budget and highlights cost overruns
• Assists with insurance renewals, audits and policy administration
• Establishes Human Resource and Payroll policies. Ensure legal reporting requirements are met
• A. Oversee annual benefit open enrollment and new employee onboarding
• Reports, analyzes and helps to improve job profitability and cash flow
• Communicates and collaborates with internal and external parties
• A. Internal: owners, office, and field staff as needed
• B. External: bank, insurance, bonding, customers, vendors, 401K TPA, CPA, etc.
• Optimizes the company’s use of Sage 100 Contractor and related financial software.
• Research and stay abreast of all HR, Safety, and Accounting changes
• Ensure the company takes advantage of all Federal & local financial programs

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

· A BS Degree in accounting or related field, and a minimum of 5 years experience. Or 7 experience in a similar position of leadership and relevant experience.

· Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.

· Strong understanding of AIA billing, WIP, and job costing

· Experience with construction platforms (Procore, Textura, etc.) is a plus

· Some knowledge of Construction Contracts

· Strong numerical aptitude, with problem solving and analytical capabilities is required.

· Effective verbal and written communication skills with internal and external contacts is required.

· Detail orientation with a high level of accuracy is required.

· Ability to prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet all deadlines is required.

· Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality in performing duties.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person