Controller

About the role

Whitecap Search is seeking a skilled professional to oversee and manage all aspects of accounting operations within our organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the facility maintenance, trade services, or construction industry, and possess a strong understanding of industry-specific accounting practices. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, cost accounting, revenue recognition, and job costing.
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance with all financial reporting guidelines and procedures.
• Establish, implement, and monitor internal financial reporting controls and processes.
• Coordinate and direct budgeting activities and financial forecasting.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and file state sales tax returns and manage routine state audits.
• Maintain and manage Work in Process (WIP) schedules and reporting.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and quality control over financial reporting and transactions.
• Manage compliance with local, state, and federal reporting and payroll tax filing requirements.
• Develop and document accounting policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Partner with project managers and cross-functional departments to ensure accurate project financial reporting and job costing.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• 10 years of accounting experience within the facility maintenance, trade services, construction industry, or a related service industry, with a strong understanding of industry-specific accounting practices.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting principles, including job costing and Work in Process (WIP) reporting.
• Knowledge of sales tax regulations related to construction and service industries, including exempt organizations, capital improvement projects, maintenance vs. construction classifications, and multi-state compliance requirements.
• Proven experience as a Controller or in a similar leadership accounting role.
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.