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Controller
<p>We are looking for a Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for an engineering-focused organization. This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance specialist who can manage the full accounting cycle, maintain accurate financial records, and support project-based reporting. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to keep payables, receivables, and reconciliations running smoothly in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the complete bookkeeping function, including maintaining the general ledger and ensuring financial data is recorded accurately and on time.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, schedule payments, and monitor outstanding obligations to keep accounts payable current and organized.</p><p>• Prepare customer billing, post incoming payments, and follow up on open balances to support healthy accounts receivable performance.</p><p>• Reconcile bank statements and key balance sheet accounts regularly to identify discrepancies and maintain reliable records.</p><p>• Support project-based accounting activities by tracking costs, reviewing job-related financial details, and assisting with reporting for engineering work.</p><p>• Utilize accounting platforms such as Sage Intacct and Deltek Ajera to maintain financial information, generate reports, and improve visibility into business performance.</p><p>• Partner with operational and project stakeholders to monitor budgets, review spending, and help align financial activity with project expectations.</p><p>• Produce routine financial reports and assist leadership with information needed for planning, oversight, and decision-making.</p>
<p>• Demonstrated experience handling full-cycle bookkeeping or accounting responsibilities in a hands-on finance role.</p><p>• Practical knowledge of Deltek Ajera software is REQUIRED.</p><p>• Background managing both accounts payable and accounts receivable with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Experience performing bank reconciliations and maintaining dependable financial records.</p><p>• Understanding of project accounting principles, preferably within an engineering, construction, or project-driven business environment.</p><p><br></p>
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  • Charlotte, South Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for an engineering-focused organization. This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance specialist who can manage the full accounting cycle, maintain accurate financial records, and support project-based reporting. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to keep payables, receivables, and reconciliations running smoothly in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the complete bookkeeping function, including maintaining the general ledger and ensuring financial data is recorded accurately and on time.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, schedule payments, and monitor outstanding obligations to keep accounts payable current and organized.</p><p>• Prepare customer billing, post incoming payments, and follow up on open balances to support healthy accounts receivable performance.</p><p>• Reconcile bank statements and key balance sheet accounts regularly to identify discrepancies and maintain reliable records.</p><p>• Support project-based accounting activities by tracking costs, reviewing job-related financial details, and assisting with reporting for engineering work.</p><p>• Utilize accounting platforms such as Sage Intacct and Deltek Ajera to maintain financial information, generate reports, and improve visibility into business performance.</p><p>• Partner with operational and project stakeholders to monitor budgets, review spending, and help align financial activity with project expectations.</p><p>• Produce routine financial reports and assist leadership with information needed for planning, oversight, and decision-making.</p>
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

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