Business Unit Controller

Description

• Manage the monthly closing process for construction activities to assure the timely preparation of accurate financial information, in accordance with GAAP. Produce discussion and analysis commentary on changes in numbers and financial position.
• Provide critical financial and operational information to executive management and make actionable recommendations to improve financial results.
• Oversee Business Unit cash and banking activities, including collections, disbursements, cash forecasting and reporting to the parent company.
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc requests.
• Drive productivity throughout the finance function, with a focus on automating accounting activities, and leading productivity improvements throughout the finance organization.
• Establish and manage monthly monitoring of critical internal control activities. Ensure the internal control environment is strong and is compliant with public company requirements & practices (SOX compliant). Proactively manage financial risks and remediations to avoid significant audit issues. Primary leadership role in working with outside audit firms on annual & quarterly audits as it relates to construction operations.
• Provide leadership across the business unit for all aspects of accounting and controlling operations, lead and develop a high performing team within the finance organization.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive management experience in accounting and finance in the construction industry.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with JD Edwards, Hyperion and ESSBase for construction accounting desired.
• Must have a demonstrated hands-on approach and success in working in a team-based environment; is both strategic and tactical enough to push new initiatives forward.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all levels within the organization.
• BA degree in Finance or Accounting is required, CPA preferred.
• Maintain proficiency with regard to technical accounting considerations, including revenue recognition, accounting for unapproved change orders and claims, and other relevant GAAP standards.
• Able to work in a complex fast-paced environment with many moving parts with frequently changing priorities, must be able to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail as well as an ability to achieve results through delegation. Can produce quality work in a fast-paced environment. Able to identify gaps in work not of their own.
• Critical thinking and the capability to generate consistently accurate and useful reports, as well as enthusiasm for translating data into actionable insight.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision, be proactive and take initiative.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance