CONTROLLER

About the role

The ideal candidate will have experience within the architecture, engineering, or professional services industry and possess strong knowledge of project-based accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, billing, and general ledger activity.
• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and related reporting.
• Collaborate with leadership and the Fractional CFO on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial strategy.
• Monitor project financial performance, utilization, WIP, labor multipliers, and profitability reporting.
• Define Key Performance Indicators with management guidance and reporting on those KPI on a monthly basis.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Hybrid Accounting Standards.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors, insurance providers, and banking institutions as needed.
• Oversee payroll, tax compliance, and benefits-related financial administration.
• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to leadership regarding financial performance and operational efficiencies.
• Participate in system improvements, reporting enhancements, and accounting process optimization initiatives.
• Manage and support accounting staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy with all financial and employee-related information.
• Contribute to additional accounting and finance team efforts as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• A Master’s degree or CPA designation preferred but not required.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the architecture, engineering, or professional services industry.
• Proven experience with ERP/accounting systems required, specifically Unanet or another comparable system such as Deltek or Unanet.
• Strong understanding of project-based accounting, WIP management, revenue recognition, and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing financial statements in accordance with Hybrid Accounting Standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments and offices.
• Experience working with outside organizations, including external accountants, insurance, employee benefits, and banking to achieve company strategic goals.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing and developing direct reports.
• A high attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree or CPA designation (preferred).
• ERP/accounting systems experience (specifically Unanet or comparable systems).
• Project-based accounting, WIP management, revenue recognition, and financial reporting expertise.
• Hybrid Accounting Standards financial statement preparation.
• Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Outside organization experience (external accountants, insurance, employee benefits, banking).
• Multiple priority management.
• Direct report management.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Commuter benefits.
• PTO.
• Paid company holidays.