Regional Controller – Central Region

About the role

Tarkett Sports Construction Central is seeking a Regional Controller – Central Region to support our team at Tarkett Sports Construction Central. This role reports directly to the Director of Finance – Design & Construction and serves as a key financial leader supporting multiple entities across the Central Region.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations across multiple Central Region entities.
• Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and financial reporting structure, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accruals, leases, loans, payroll, and intercompany transactions.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including financial statement preparation, Work-in-Progress (WIP) analysis, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.
• Manage trial balance uploads into corporate consolidation systems, ensuring data integrity, completeness, and timely submission.
• Review and approve monthly bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee payroll processing, tax filings, unemployment claims, garnishments, retirement plan administration, and fixed asset accounting.
• Ensure project accounting accurately reflects percentage-of-completion accounting, revenue recognition, WIP schedules, retainage, accruals, and over/under billings.
• Partner with Project Managers to ensure project costs, billings, and financial performance accurately reflect project status and minimize financial risk.
• Ensure compliance with Tarkett Group accounting policies, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements across all Central Region entities.
• Maintain audit readiness and strengthen internal control processes throughout the region.
• Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Partner with the Director of Finance – Design & Construction to identify opportunities for process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Improve the efficiency of month-end close and reporting processes through technology and best practices.
• Champion consistent accounting, billing, and reporting procedures across all regional entities.
• Drive operational excellence by reducing manual processes, improving reporting accuracy, and strengthening financial controls.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities in partnership with finance leadership and local accounting teams.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and key financial performance indicators across the region.
• Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Afford assistance with ad hoc financial reporting, special projects, and business initiatives as the organization continues to grow.
• Lead, mentor, and develop regional finance team members.
• Establish performance expectations and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support employee development through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Promote consistency in accounting practices and financial processes across all Central Region locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience within construction, project-based, or similar industries.
• Experience supporting multi-entity operations and geographically dispersed teams strongly preferred.
• Experience managing project accounting, financial reporting, and operational accounting functions.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP and financial management systems such as Sage, Foundation, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.
• Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence tools is preferred.
• Experience working within multi-entity reporting and consolidation environments.

Accounting Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction accounting, including: Percentage-of-completion accounting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, Contract accounting, Revenue recognition, Over/under billings.
• Knowledge of internal controls, audit processes, and multi-jurisdiction regulatory compliance.

Leadership Competencies

• Proven ability to lead and develop geographically dispersed finance teams.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.
• Ability to balance strategic financial leadership with day-to-day operational execution.