Cost Controller

About the role

This position will report to the CFO of Conifer Systems as well as into the Archaea Operational Accounting team. The candidate should have a working knowledge of construction/manufacturing accounting and project cost control process flow. This position will provide cost control support which is critical to forecasting and reporting financial performance for the business unit as well as steering commercial/sales efforts based on product throughput and market pricing tolerance correlated to specific product gross margin potential. We are looking for a self-starter with strong time management skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. The position will be located in Houston but will be eligible to work from home for limited days throughout the week.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements including balance sheet and income statement
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition through percentage of completion process with construction/manufacturing accounting
• Analyze and control costs associated with business unit projects:
  • Forecast review/reconciliation and cost trend analysis
  • Verify proper costs classification
  • Track man-hours allocated to a project
  • Verify supplier invoices are compliant with corporate invoicing procedures and have been accurately coded in the general ledger
• Compile supplemental financial reports based on financial statements
• Implement policies and procedures for financial reporting as required
• Responsible for timely, accurate and efficient completion of monthly accounting close process
• Support Supply Chain efforts to ensure Inventories and reported results are accurate
• Manage business unit accounting functions on a day-to-day basis including invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable and procurement
• Provide support to Corporate for payroll, treasury management and general ledger accounting
• Assist Corporate on local, state and federal tax compliance and reporting matters
• Assist business unit CFO with preparation and completion of the fiscal year budgeting process, evaluate business unit performance against budget, and develop forecasts/revisions to provide an accurate projection of financial performance
• Participate in SOX compliance activities
• Provide assistance with external audits and internal control compliance activities
• Other duties and special projects as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (preferred), will accept equivalent work experience
• 10 years experience in accounting, process control, product or contract management, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Familiar with project cost control and revenue recognition strategies including standard cost, gross margin, completed contracts and percent of completion
• Knowledge and experience working with business intelligence tools or software
• Financial acumen and analytical skills
• Project management and process improvement experience
• Demonstrates engagement and teamwork
• Excellent time management skills, initiative, self-direction, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment (such as a start-up)
• Ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft products

Preferred Qualifications

• Acumatica experience is a plus
• Renewable, power or utility industry experience preferred
• Experience in the equipment manufacturing segment of the power/utility or energy industry

Pay

$100,000 - $130,000

Benefits

• Paid vacation ranging from 120 – 240 hours per year for full-time employees (60 - 240 hours for part-time employees), depending on years of relevant industry experience
• 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays
• Parental leave policy offering up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program
• Quarterly Momentum Bonus
• 401K Program
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability