<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead accounting and financial reporting activities related to project-based operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, job cost management, month-end close processes, and strong internal controls. The Controller will partner closely with operational leadership and finance teams to support project performance, financial forecasting, and organizational objectives. This position also provides leadership, mentorship, and performance management for a team of four accounting professionals.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee the full accounting lifecycle for project-based operations.</li><li>Monitor and manage project-related costs, including capitalized and pre-project expenditures.</li><li>Maintain cost coding structures and ensure accurate allocation of expenses.</li><li>Support project funding, draw processes, and related financial reporting requirements.</li><li>Track job costs, contract modifications, and work-in-progress (WIP) schedules.</li><li>Oversee revenue recognition and ensure accurate project financial reporting.</li><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, project reports, and management reporting packages.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to support forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Establish, maintain, and enforce strong internal controls and accounting policies.</li><li>Collaborate with finance leadership to support cash management, budgeting, and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Ensure consistency and accuracy of accounting practices across projects and business operations.</li><li>Direct, mentor, and develop a team of four accounting professionals, including performance management, training, and career development.</li><li>Support internal and external audits and provide requested financial documentation.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and financial controls.</li></ul><p>BENEFITS OFFERED:</p><ul><li>SALARY RANGE: $110,000-$140,000</li><li>Healthcare Benefits: Medical Dental vision</li><li>Other Insurance: Basic Life, AD&amp;D</li><li>Retirement Plan: 401k with a company match</li><li>PTO: 3 weeks PTO and paid holidays</li></ul>

<p>Qualifications</p><p>Required</p><ul><li>Bachelor&#39;s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.</li><li>5+ years of accounting experience within project-based, construction, engineering, manufacturing, or similar operational environments.</li><li>2+ years of accounting leadership experience with direct supervisory responsibility.</li><li>Strong understanding of job costing, WIP schedules, revenue recognition, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to leadership and operational stakeholders.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.</li></ul><p>Preferred</p><ul><li>CPA designation or CPA candidate.</li><li>Experience with ERP and accounting systems in project-driven organizations.</li><li>Experience supporting construction, real estate, development, engineering, manufacturing, or other project-based industries.</li><li>Experience with financial reporting, audit support, and process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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