Corporate Controller

On behalf of our client, an established construction firm generally serving the southern two-thirds of the State of Wisconsin, we are seeking a Corporate Controller responsible for providing leadership and coordination of the general accounting functions, job cost accounting, treasury management, payroll processes, financial reporting, budget preparation & financial forecasting.

Two offices in the Greater Madison, WI area.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The essential functions of this job include (but not limited):

• Direct and coordinate company financial planning and budget management functions. Prepare consolidated financial statements and all related reports and information according to GAAP and present the information to the Owners of the company on a monthly interim basis.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and assess performance, forecast revenue and expenses and provide analysis as needed.
• Prepare all accounting entries required to ensure statements are prepared according to GAAP.
• Provide treasury management, cash flow analysis and banking relationship management.
• Review job cost and labor reports with PM staff and update the cost-to-complete information monthly, monitor variances.
• Ensure all necessary internal controls are in place to protect company assets.
• Ensure compliance to all relevant accounting standards, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Ensure all sales and use tax compliance is followed and returns are prepared as required by the Wisconsin Dept of Revenue.
• Ensure all 1099 / 1096 forms are filed annually and all compliance requirements are followed.
• File corporate annual reports with the State and address any IRS correspondence and resolve issues.
• Oversee the office payroll and oversee entire payroll process including the preparation of all federal and state payroll tax returns including W-2, W-3, Form 940, Form 941, and State Unemployment.
• Update payroll overhead allocation rates based on the annual budget. Review rates annually.
• Update estimating database for pay rates & overhead based on budgets& changes to worker comp & field staff pay rates.
• Update Time & Material billing rates based on budget allocation rates, worker comp rates and field staff pay rates for estimating.
• Provide timely financial reporting to and at the direction of the President.
• Perform internal audits - audit coordination with external CPA firm.
• Continually look for improvements that will provide efficiencies to the company.
• Company insurance (general and worker’s comp), 401K Reporting, weekly deposits, annual test, annual worker’s comp audit.

• General and job cost accounting 40%
• Financial analysis, treasury management, budgeting and forecasting 40%
• At the direction of the President 10%
• Payroll administration oversight and compliance 5%
• General management 5%

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• CCIFP, CMA or CPA certification required with a min of 3-5 years of financial management experience.
• Knowledge of construction accounting and contracting processes to include subcontracts, purchase orders, bonds, lien waivers, change orders, and submittals.
• Knowledge of Sage 300 software and project management modules.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members
• Strong problem-solving skills and resourceful thinking
• Leadership and coaching skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Attention to detail and analytically driven
• Desire for continued career growth

The physical demands described here are representative of those that…