Financial Controller Extraordinaire
Without the strength of the accounting team, our client wouldn't be able to offer the industry-leading service they are known for. We're seeking an experienced Controller to add to one of our clients lines of business. The ideal candidate will have experience in Commercial Construction, HVAC, Refrigeration, etc. As a strong communicator and skilled controller, this person will streamline our budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting processes. The controller will also produce thorough financial status reports for senior executives to help improve our operational efficiency and aid in our continued growth. We are looking for a Controller who enjoys being hands-on and wants to be part of a stable company that offers growth.
Objectives of this role

• Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior managers by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points.
• Guide financial decisions by applying company policies and procedures to current economic landscape.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines.
• Achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and corrective actions.
• Maximize payroll efficiency through innovative process development.
• Help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal safeguards for revenue receipts, costs, and team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures.
• Establish) financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring, and reporting standards on biweekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, adhering to national and local legal standards while remaining knowledgeable of proposed legislation.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Oversee and support accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity.
• Hands-on Controller with AR, AP, Cash management etc.

Required skills and qualifications.

• 6 years of professional accounting experience
• Strong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis
• Working knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reporting
• Experience streamlining accounting processes
• Exemplary history of financial project management

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business, accounting, or related field
• Five or more years of experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager

Not required but a nice to have:

• Professional certification, such as CPA (certified public accountant) or CA (chartered accountant)
• Experience with SAGE
• Experience with Buildops