Centre County company is seeking a controller to handle the finance and accounting functions for a new project they have engaged. This role will be a blend of controller. Senior Financial Analyst and Project Management duties. Primary Responsibilities:Controllership Duties· Reconcile and report on a monthly basis sale, orders, backlog, inventories, and trends. · Prepare financial information and report to management, including designing new reports or implementing information gathering in new areas. · Complete month end reconciliations and entries under tight deadlines.· Independently collects, audits, reconciles, and compiles accounting data as required including liaison with both outside and internal auditors.· Coordinate shared service resources to effectively manage accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting functions.Financial Planning and Budgeting· Collaborate with stakeholders to develop comprehensive financial plan and budget for major project spanning multiple phases or years.· Conduct detailed financial analysis to support budget development, considering factors such as resource allocation, capital expenditures, and operational costs.· Establish financial milestones and benchmarks to track progress, costs over/under runs and ensure alignment with project objectives.Financial Monitoring and Reporting · Implement robust financial tracking mechanisms to monitor expenditures, forecasts, and variances throughout the project lifecycle.· Lead month-end close processes, including financial reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis, to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.· Generate regular financial reports and dashboards to provide stakeholders with timely insights into project financial performance.Forecasting and Financial Analysis· Develop and maintain project financial forecasts based on evolving project scope, schedule, and resource requirements.· Conduct variance analysis and trend analysis to identify potential risks and opportunities and provide actionable insights to project teams and senior management.· Collaborate with project teams to develop mitigation strategies for addressing forecasted variances and achieving financial targets.