Assistant Controller

This position supports the Vice President & Controller in the management of the accounting function and assists in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role plays a key leadership part in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, job cost accounting oversight, financial analysis, and support of accounting team members across multiple divisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in preparing monthly reporting packages and required submissions to corporate/home office.
• Review transactions and financial data to ensure accurate accounting treatment.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support external audits, internal audits, and tax-related requests.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.
• Review processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Support the Controller in managing the accounting department.
• Provide guidance and training to staff accountants and accounting personnel.
• Assist with workload prioritization and departmental projects.
• Serve as a resource for divisional accounting questions and issue resolution.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes.
• Participate in accounting system implementations, upgrades, and integrations.
• Develop and maintain reporting tools to improve visibility and decision-making.
• Assist with special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior construction, real estate development, or homebuilding industry experience preferred.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) – Advanced Excel skills.
• KOVA software (ability to learn).
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.