What are the responsibilities and job description for the Growing Energy Construction Co seeks Controller position at CFS?
Controller
Location: Norwell, MA (up to 4 days/week in office)
Salary Range: $140,000 - $155,000 Bonus
Highlights of the Controller Opportunity
Location: Norwell, MA (up to 4 days/week in office)
Salary Range: $140,000 - $155,000 Bonus
Highlights of the Controller Opportunity
- The Company: A leading provider of electrical contracting and energy solutions specializing in complex commercial and industrial projects, including renewable energy and EV infrastructure.
- The Growth: Experiencing rapid growth through strategic acquisitions that continue to expand capabilities and market reach.
- The Position: Reporting directly to the CFO, this newly created Controller role will oversee both corporate accounting and project finance, serving as a key business partner to operations while helping strengthen the company's financial infrastructure.
- The Opportunity: Join a rapidly growing, acquisition-driven organization where you'll play a key role in strengthening the finance function, supporting strategic growth initiatives, and partnering with leadership to drive business performance.
- Lead the month-end close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and maintenance of strong accounting controls across multiple entities.
- Oversee project accounting functions including WIP reporting, revenue recognition, job costing, cash flow forecasting, and profitability analysis.
- Partner with project managers and operational leaders to monitor project performance, manage financial risks, and improve overall profitability.
- Own budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting to support strategic decision-making and business growth.
- Support acquisition due diligence, integration activities, and the standardization of financial processes across newly acquired entities.
- Drive process improvements, ERP optimization, and the development of scalable reporting and business intelligence capabilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, preferably within construction, electrical contracting, energy services, or another project-based industry.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close, revenue recognition, WIP accounting, job costing, and project profitability analysis.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP systems and reporting tools.
- CPA, public accounting experience, or experience in a multi-entity environment is a plus.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with executive leadership and operations teams.
Salary : $140,000 - $155,000