Construction Controller

ABOUT US

Chris-Tel Construction is a Florida based firm providing Construction Management, Design-Build, and General Contracting services to private and public clients since 1989. Chris-Tel has a diverse portfolio of award-winning work and has successfully completed thousands of projects including K-12 work, higher education, medical facilities, multi-family housing, roadway and infrastructure improvements, industrial facilities, and athletic and recreational facilities to name a few.

OVERVIEW

The Controller will oversee the company's financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and regulatory standards. This role involves managing accounting functions such as general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation, and budgeting, as well as providing strategic financial analysis to support decision-making. This role will also oversee internal controls, lead audits, and manage cash flow, ensuring financial stability and liquidity. Additionally, this role will work closely with senior leadership to drive financial planning and performance analysis across the organization.

DUTIES

Core duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee all financial activities, including financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Develop and maintain annual budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Liaise with external auditors and CPA’s to ensure proper financial reporting.
• Lead the monthly closing process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to measure financial performance and project success.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including the Work-in-Progress (WIP), profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Collaborate with Project Teams and the Executive Leadership Team to provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making.
• Act as internal consultant to various departments for projects needing financial/accounting expertise or delegate such responsibility to direct reports.
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures to support efficient operations.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards, including GAAP.
• Perform financial analysis and reporting, as needed.
• Any and all additional duties as reasonably assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position manages the Accounting Manager and oversees the Accounting Team which includes the Accounting Clerks. This position is responsible for the overall financial reporting, billing, pay applications, accounts payable, and accounts receivables.

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience is required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is required.
• Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) certification is preferred.
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification is preferred.
• 10 years of construction accounting experience is required.
• 5 years in a managerial or supervisory accounting role is required.
• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principals (GAAP) is required.
• Experience with Sage Intacct is required.
• Experience with Kahua is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) is required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organized with good time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in order to meet tight deadlines.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Positive, inquisitive, proactive, and collaborative attitude with the ability to work well with all Company employees, customers, vendors, suppliers, and the general public.
• Maintain professional internal and external relationships that meet the Company core values.
• Build trust, communicate effectively, foster innovation, focus on the customer and solve problems creatively and demonstrate high integrity.

TRAVEL

This position does not require travel.

WORK CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly sitting for long periods of time. Compliant with the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Employees have a duty of care for the health and safety of their co-workers, customers, and the general public. Careless reckless action will not be tolerated.

BENEFITS

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Health Insurance (100% paid for employee only coverage)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Aflac Ancillary Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Training

Chris-Tel Construction is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Chris-Tel Construction is a Drug Free Workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person