<p>We are partnering with a growing, privately held professional services organization seeking an <strong> Accounting & Finance Manager</strong> to build and lead the accounting function. This is a highly visible role that combines hands-on accounting ownership with operational finance responsibilities, offering the opportunity to help shape processes, systems, reporting, and financial strategy as the business continues to scale.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>Own the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, cost allocations, and general ledger management.</p><p>Lead the transition of accounting responsibilities into the business and help establish scalable accounting processes and controls.</p><p>Partner with leadership to improve financial visibility, reporting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.</p><p>Analyze revenue, margins, and key business drivers to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>Evaluate and improve commission calculations, reporting, and controls within a commission-driven environment, creating scalable and reliable processes as the business grows.</p><p>Support ongoing ERP implementation efforts and help maximize reporting and operational efficiencies.</p><p>Prepare and review financial reports, variance analyses, forecasts, and other management reporting packages.</p><p>Collaborate closely with operational and sales leadership to understand customer contracts, revenue streams, and opportunities to improve profitability.</p><p>Support audit requests, compliance initiatives, and financial reporting accuracy.</p><p>Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and stronger internal controls across the accounting and finance function.</p>
<p>Our client, a growing construction-related organization, is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Controller</strong> to provide hands-on leadership across accounting, financial reporting, project accounting, and operational finance. This onsite role (in the Columbia, TN, area) will oversee day-to-day accounting activities while partnering with leadership to monitor project performance, manage cash flow, support forecasting, and improve financial visibility across multiple ongoing projects.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in <strong>construction accounting</strong>, including expertise with <strong>work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, job costing, project profitability analysis, subcontractor management, and revenue recognition</strong>.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions during the interim engagement.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Manage WIP reporting, job cost tracking, and project profitability analysis.</li><li>Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Partner with operations and project managers to identify cost overruns, margin risks, and financial opportunities.</li><li>Ensure timely processing and payment of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.</li><li>Review contract billing, change orders, retainage balances, and project-related cash flow.</li><li>Prepare management reporting, financial statements, and key performance metrics.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning initiatives.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial processes.</li><li>Assist with system enhancements and process improvement initiatives as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Division Controller to lead the accounting function and deliver reliable financial insight for operations in Lebanon, Tennessee. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial records, strengthening reporting processes, and supporting business decisions through clear analysis of operating results. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide both compliance and continuous improvement across the finance organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close process, oversee general ledger activity, and ensure financial statements are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and supporting schedules to maintain the integrity of financial data.<br>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual performance summaries for senior leadership, highlighting trends and key drivers that inform planning and decision-making.<br>• Lead cost accounting activities for a manufacturing environment, including variance analysis, work-in-process review, inventory valuation, and product cost evaluation.<br>• Maintain balance sheet account reconciliations with complete documentation and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with external auditors during the annual audit by organizing requested schedules, explanations, and supporting materials.<br>• Establish and reinforce accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures to support compliance with applicable standards and company requirements.<br>• Work closely with operational and cross-functional teams to improve the financial close cycle, enhance reporting processes, and support broader business needs.<br>• Stay current on relevant financial, tax, and regulatory requirements and help ensure ongoing adherence across the division.<br>• Coach, develop, and assess finance team members to build capability, accountability, and strong day-to-day performance.