What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at oriongroup?
Job Title: Controller
Location: Phoenix, AZ (5 days per week, in-office)
Reports To: CFO
The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions of a $70 million construction services and maintenance company. This hands-on role ensures accurate financial statements, strong internal controls, job costing discipline, and timely reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making. The Controller will manage the accounting team and work closely with operations, service managers, and ownership.
Financial Management & Reporting:
- Prepare and review financial statements, including P&L, balance sheets, cash flow statements. and Work in Progress.
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP, including proper revenue recognition for percentage of completion accounting and service arrangements.
- Own and execute a 5-business-day monthly close including GL and intercompany reconciliations while ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Oversee profitability reporting by service line (service, maintenance, construction).
- Ensure accurate labor costing, technician productivity reporting, and overhead allocation.
- Establish and enforce internal financial policies and controls.
- Ensure adherence to tax laws, corporate regulations, and financial reporting standards.
- Own sales tax compliance and reporting across all applicable jurisdictions including preparing and filing sales tax returns on time.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies for audits and compliance matters.
- Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring efficiency and professional development.
- Support senior management with financial insights for business growth.
- Drive cost optimization and efficiency initiatives to maximize profitability.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, CPA a plus.
- 5 years of experience in construction accounting or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office, ERP systems and financial software.
- Experience in a service-based construction environment preferred.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and ability to work under pressure.
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