Controller, Management, Financial Manager

Overview

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Controller Opportunity – Onsite | El Monte, CA

Are you a strategic, detail-oriented accounting leader eager to drive the success of a dynamic finance team? We are seeking a Controller to join our expanding company and play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and ongoing success of our financial operations.

You will oversee all accounting functions, from daily transactions to project accounting, while providing analytical insights that inform strategic business decisions. This is a hands-on leadership position where you will manage a skilled team, implement robust financial controls, and ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.

If you are passionate about financial excellence, thrive in a fast-paced, construction-focused environment, and seek the opportunity to lead, mentor, and make a measurable impact, we encourage you to apply.

Bali Construction has been a licensed general engineering contractor since 1987, serving national and regional customers throughout Southern California; the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. Bali is the preferred utility subcontractor within the Metropolitan Los Angeles area for the most complex and demanding commercial and municipal projects. Our skilled employees stand behind their work, and our customers can confidently rely on the critical systems that we build.

Enjoy comprehensive health and life insurance, generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, plus a 401(k) retirement plan and performance-based bonus. Be part of a flexible, dynamic, and fun small team that values your growth, empowering you to own your role, mentor others, and truly make your mark at Bali Construction.

Take full ownership of all accounting activities, including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly tasks. From AP and AR to check-runs, payroll, and project accounting, you’ll ensure every detail is precise and every process runs seamlessly.

• Champion the accuracy and integrity of the WIP schedule, ensuring revenue is recognized accurately, proactively addressing over/under billings, and sparking collaborative conversations with project managers to optimize job performance.
• Drive the implementation of robust accounting and administrative controls that guarantee precise project cost tracking, seamless certified payroll compliance, timely lien releases, and smooth subcontractor and vendor payments.
• Review, analyze, and approve all project financial transactions, including change orders, cost transfers, revenue adjustments, subcontract billings, and retention releases, to ensure flawless accuracy and total alignment with contract requirements.
• Lead the charge on financial reporting, ensuring all information is prepared accurately and submitted promptly to keep our team ahead of the curve.
• Oversee the company’s cash flow cycle with a sharp focus on construction billing schedules, progress payments, and retention collections, ensuring our operations remain strong and agile.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop our accounting and payroll team every day, fostering a culture of excellence and growth.
• Prepare and deliver insightful monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports, as well as ad hoc analyses that drive business strategy.
• Ensure a smooth and timely monthly and year-end close, setting the standard for accuracy and efficiency.
• Safeguard the F&A department’s compliance with all company legal, administrative, and accounting policies, protecting our reputation and ensuring operational integrity.
• Tackle additional responsibilities as they arise, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to the team’s success.

• Ability to act with the required discretion when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrates strong management skills, with the ability to effectively delegate and coordinate activities, as well as lead and motivate finance and commercial risk employees.
• High proficiency in Excel and in-depth understanding of ERP software, with SAGE 300 CRE experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrate unwavering commitment to meeting deadlines and achieving…