Controller
About the role
Pierre Landscape is seeking a Controller to lead the Accounting & Finance Department and work closely with the President and leadership team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of accounting experience, with construction accounting preferred, and 3+ years of experience as a Controller or higher-level financial leader.
Responsibilities
Take ownership of the full accounting cycle and ensure transactions are recorded completely, accurately, and timely.
Manage and oversee A/P, A/R, Payroll, Contracts & Compliance, and related accounting functions.
Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor company performance against budget.
Prepare the adjusted annual trial balance and supporting documentation for annual financial statements and corporate income tax preparation.
Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, including coordinating and assigning responsibilities to the Accounting Team.
Manage company cash flow and prepare regular cash flow analysis and forecasts.
Oversee construction accounting and project financial reporting, including job costing, WIP reporting, cost-to-complete analysis, and related financial reporting.
Review project financial performance and work with operational leadership to identify financial risks, trends, and areas requiring attention.
Oversee Admin payroll and weekly Union payroll.
Process and oversee applicable payroll tax liabilities and quarterly payroll reporting.
Oversee monthly Union reporting.
Serve as the primary accounting contact for external accountants and auditors.
Coordinate annual year-end audits and prepare required audit schedules, documentation, data, and reports.
Manage Workers' Compensation, General Liability, union, city, and other required audits.
Audit, tax, insurance, and compliance.
Lead and develop the Accounting Team.
Evaluate department performance and adjust daily operations when needed to meet company goals.
Provide guidance and direction to ensure work is performed accurately, efficiently, and on time.
Develop team members and create stronger processes as the company continues to grow.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required; CPA or MBA a plus.
10+ years of accounting experience, with construction accounting preferred.
3+ years as a Controller or higher-level financial leader, including directly managing employees for at least the last 3 years.
Experience managing accounting/finance for a company with $25M+ in annual revenue and the ability to support and manage multiple departments.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, full-cycle accounting, financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
Construction job costing, WIP, cost-to-complete, union/certified payroll, and prevailing wage experience preferred.
Experience managing financial, Workers' Compensation, General Liability, union, and other audits.
Sage 100 Contractor preferred; strong Excel, spreadsheet, and reporting skills required.
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of GAAP, full-cycle accounting, financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
Construction job costing, WIP, cost-to-complete, union/certified payroll, and prevailing wage experience preferred.
Experience managing financial, Workers' Compensation, General Liability, union, and other audits.
Sage 100 Contractor preferred; strong Excel, spreadsheet, and reporting skills required.
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.
Skills
Strong knowledge of GAAP, full-cycle accounting, financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
Construction job costing, WIP, cost-to-complete, union/certified payroll, and prevailing wage experience preferred.
Experience managing financial, Workers' Compensation, General Liability, union, and other audits.
Sage 100 Contractor preferred; strong Excel, spreadsheet, and reporting skills required.
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.
Benefits
$120,000 - $150,000 annual salary, based on experience and qualifications.
Semi Annual Bonus
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance & AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan and Aflac voluntary benefits
Paid holidays and paid time off
Pay
$120,000 - $150,000 annually
Schedule
Full-time