Controller
Location: near Estero, FL
Base Salary: $125,000-$135,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Holidays, PTO
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, 45 hours/week
Sponsorship is not available
Controller Description
Our client, a privately owned specialty construction company ($15-$20M), is looking for a Controller to join their team just outside of Estero, FL. Given the specialized nature of their work, they operate in a relatively unique market with limited direct competition, providing a level of stability that can be difficult to find in the construction industry.
This is more than a traditional Controller role. The owner is looking for someone who can take ownership of the financial function, help him understand what is happening in the business and bring ideas to the table. You’ll have a lot of visibility into the business and will be expected to ask questions, dig into the numbers and understand what is really driving them. There is an opportunity to improve processes, systems and controls, so this is a good fit for someone who enjoys figuring out what isn’t working and putting a better process in place. You’ll need to be comfortable being hands-on with the details while also stepping back and looking at the bigger picture. If you’re looking for a role where you can maintain the status quo, this probably isn’t the opportunity for you. If you’re looking for a new challenge where your opinion will not only be valued, but sought after, this could be a great match.
Controller Responsibilities
• Own accounting across 2 primary operating companies and related holding companies
• Lead closing, reconciliations, GL maintenance and timely cash-basis financial reporting
• Provide clear financial reporting, variance analysis and insight into business performance
• Build/manage budgets and forecasts, track actuals vs. budget and support ownership decisions
• Oversee project costing and profitability, ensuring costs hit the appropriate jobs/entities
• Improve project margin visibility and identify issues with costs, billing and transfers
• Manage cash flow, working capital, forecasting and banking activity
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting processes across the business
• Optimize accounting systems and reduce reliance on manual reporting
• Lead the accounting team (4) while improving processes, accountability and efficiency
• Coordinate with the CPA on tax compliance, reporting, lender needs and insurance audits
Controller Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting including people leadership experience
• Strong full-cycle accounting experience including leading month-end closing
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis
• Experience managing multiple entities and/or complex accounting systems and processes