<p><strong>Controller </strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p> We are seeking a highly capable and self-directed Controller to lead all financial operations for our growing civil engineering firm. This individual will serve as the sole accounting and finance professional, responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of financial management, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and strategic financial support.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is both hands-on and strategic—comfortable managing day-to-day accounting tasks while providing insights to support project profitability and company growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Management &amp; Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate and timely financial records in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Develop and maintain financial forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses</li><li>Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership</li></ul><p><strong>Project Accounting &amp; Job Costing</strong></p><ul><li>Track and analyze project costs, labor utilization, and profitability</li><li>Work closely with project managers to monitor budgets and contract performance</li><li>Manage revenue recognition (including percentage-of-completion methods where applicable)</li><li>Ensure accurate job costing and reporting across multiple projects</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Payable &amp; Receivable</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee invoicing, collections, and client billing processes</li><li>Manage vendor payments and maintain strong vendor relationships</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital to ensure operational stability</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll &amp; Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll or oversee third-party payroll providers</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations</li><li>Manage sales/use tax, payroll tax, and other filings</li><li>Coordinate with external CPA firm for tax preparation and audits</li></ul><p><strong>Systems &amp; Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and optimize accounting and project management systems</li><li>Develop and document internal controls and financial procedures</li><li>Identify opportunities for efficiency and automation</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Support</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with leadership on financial planning, pricing, and growth strategy</li><li>Support business decisions with financial modeling and analysis</li><li>Assist with contract review from a financial risk perspective</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field </li><li>5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in engineering, construction, or professional services</li><li>Strong knowledge of job costing and project-based accounting</li><li>Experience working as a sole accountant or in a small finance team preferred</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software </li></ul><p> <strong>Key Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Highly organized and detail-oriented</li><li>Self-starter with the ability to work independently</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills for working with non-financial staff</li><li>Ability to balance tactical execution with strategic thinking </li></ul><p><br></p>

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