Job Description

Job Summary:

The Assistant Controller assists the Controller in directing the organization’s accounting functions including the cost, payables and reporting. The Assistant Controller is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports, account reconciliations and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing and consolidating financial statements
• Establishing and maintaining internal controls
• Managing all aspects of the general ledger
• Providing monthly, quarterly and year-end analyses
• Coordinating or assisting with the budget process
• Researching accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles
• Analyzing and reporting cost variances
• Assists with preparation for external auditors
• Supervising accounts payable and general accounting departments
• Uses accounting software to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Works to reconcile accounting inaccuracies and imbalances
• Ensure that all required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help to create, develop, and implement process improvement(s).
• Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• Must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral direction(s) to project personnel.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in time management and ability to prioritize tasks
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.
• Must possess the ability to learn Company and customer project management systems.
• Solid Understanding of GAAP and applicable regulations

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Max

Qualifications

• Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA preferred.
  • Must have at least five (5) years accounting experience, minimum of two (2) years of Fixed Assets experience
  • Must possess strong General Ledger Skills
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related telecommunications or construction accounting position preferred.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project) and general accounting software.
  • Must be able to effectively operate office equipment and computing devices commonly used in the industry.
  • Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
  • Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
  • Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to identify a project, create a project filing system, develop detailed associated administrative tasks, and manage these for project final record keeping and audit.

  Career Path:

  • Controller

Minimum Years of Experience

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2019 fiscal year ending September 30, 2019 IES produced over $1.1 billion in revenue and employed over 5000 employees at over 79 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females. Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS. NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government. 

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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