Controller
On-siteWest Babylon, New York, United States
Job Summary
Oversee construction accounting and job costing by working with project managers to ensure accurate billing, percentage of completion reporting, and timely recording of estimate changes. Manage general accounting processes including internal and external billing, cash receipts, accounts payable, and monthly reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts. Prepare 13-week cash flow forecasts, analyze trial balances for month-end accuracy, and maintain state registrations and tax licenses. Collaborate with project teams on profitable bid wins, review subcontractor paperwork, and prepare reports for external parties such as banks, insurers, and auditors. Implement documented policies, internal controls, and process improvements while assisting in hiring and training for the accounting department.
Required Qualifications
- Strong desire to take initiative and do whatever it takes to figure it out.
- Ability to self-manage office tasks, determine what needs to be done, and do it with minimal supervision.
- Highly Proficient with Microsoft office products, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc. with the ability to learn new systems with minimal training.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- 5+ years of experience in construction accounting and management of a construction accounting department.
Desired Qualifications
- Professional Certification (MBA, CPA, CMA, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Construction Accounting Software, knowledge of Viewpoint Spectrum
- Experience with data analytics and visualization tools
- Experience managing external auditors and an understanding of the requirements needed to successfully pass a CPA Audit
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