Corporate Controller

About Salem Glass Company

Founded in 1929, Salem Glass Company is one of New England’s premier glazing contractors, specializing in curtainwall, storefront, window, entrance, panel, skylight, monumental metal, and interior glazing systems for commercial construction. We are seeking a Corporate Controller to lead our accounting and finance functions while serving as a key member of our leadership team. This leadership position reports directly to the Executive Vice President and offers significant responsibility across accounting, finance, HR, and information technology.

Position Summary

The Corporate Controller is responsible for the overall financial management of the company, including accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, payroll oversight, job cost accounting, annual audits, and compliance. The position also oversees the outsourced IT provider and the internal HR function while partnering closely with executive leadership, project management, operations, and sales.

Salem Glass has developed the SGC Assistant, a proprietary operations platform that integrates directly with our Trimble Spectrum construction accounting system. Unlike traditional construction accounting environments that rely heavily on disconnected software and spreadsheets, the SGC Assistant centralizes operational and financial information, automates routine processes, and provides real-time visibility into company performance—allowing the Corporate Controller to focus on analysis, planning, and continuous improvement rather than administrative tasks.

This position plays a key role in providing accurate, timely financial insight that supports executive decision-making and the continued growth of Salem Glass Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger
• Manage month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, cost-to-complete reporting, job cost accounting, and percentage-of-completion reporting
• Oversee AIA billing, collections, customer payments, and contractor prequalification packages
• Supervise and develop accounting department staff
• Manage banking relationships, cash flow forecasting, and treasury activities
• Assist executive management with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Coordinate the annual audit and ensure compliance with GAAP
• Oversee outsourced IT services and internal HR administration
• Develop, improve, and monitor accounting processes and internal controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• Minimum five years of construction accounting experience, including job cost accounting, with at least two years of management experience
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with Trimble Spectrum ERP, a leading construction accounting system, preferred; familiarity with Crystal Reports, Textura, GC Pay, and Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP) is highly desirable
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting financial reporting deadlines
• Proven ability to build productive working relationships with executive leadership, project management, operations, customers, subcontractors, and vendors

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time, on-site position
• Base salary: $135,000–$160,000 depending on qualifications and experience, plus semiannual performance bonus.
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

Salem Glass provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.