Financial Controller

Brief Description

The Controller will plan and direct the accounting operations and the internal and external financial reporting of the company.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Utilizes ComputerEase daily for AP & AR tasks and processes
• Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
• Recommends benchmarks that will be used to measure the company's performance.
• Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
• Comfortable operating on a 10-day close
• Involved in year-end audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records and identify discrepancies.
• Utilizes expertise in managing fixed assets, including depreciation schedules, asset tracking, and accounting for asset acquisitions and disposals.
• Works with external accountants and provides needed information for the annual review.
• Files monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with the appropriate parties.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Stay current on industry standards, contracts, and terms.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of 5-6 direct reports.
• Superior analytical skills with extreme attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with VLOOKUP's and Pivot Tables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required
• Ten (10) years or more of progressive accounting experience required
• Experience in the construction industry or project-based industries preferred
• Supervisory experience managing accounting personnel is required
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accounting designation preferred