Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller with a Construction background to join our team in Mechanicsville, Virginia. This role involves overseeing critical financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining compliance with tax and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in accounting processes and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Process and record all invoices, manage accounts payable, and issue checks with positive pay protocols.

• Handle monthly accounts receivable billing, including owner invoices and system entries.

• Prepare monthly percentage-of-completion calculations and other financial analyses to support accurate financial statements.

• Reconcile bank accounts, record adjusting entries, and oversee the preparation of financial statements.

• Create year-end schedules and assist in compliance with property returns and high-mileage filings.

• Manage business license renewals annually and for new localities as needed.

• Coordinate with external organizations and bonding companies to deliver quarterly and yearly financial reports.

• File sales tax reports for personal use and ensure vendor compliance by maintaining lien waivers and current documentation.

• Update and track job cost details, including estimates, contracts, and change orders.

• Handle quarterly state estimated tax payments and federal tax payments for owners when necessary.

• Proven experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in payroll management and processing.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting.
• Expertise in journal entry preparation and reconciliation.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate financial statements.
• Familiarity with tax filings and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to manage vendor documentation and lien waivers.
• Experience with job cost tracking, including estimates and contract management.

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