Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller - IC role at ICS

ICS is a solutions‑based consulting firm, specializing in planning and project‑related solutions. We care about people – our employees, clients and communities – and thrive on integrity, quality, collaboration and smart innovation. The role is full‑time, hybrid flexibility (Minneapolis, MN).

• Strong construction and engineering accounting background
• Develop relationships and communicate across all company functions
• Prioritise and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Approach challenges as opportunities for improvement and development
• Detail‑oriented, deadline/results/accuracy‑driven
• Controls and risk‑based mindset while executing daily, monthly and quarterly tasks

• Policies & Controls – Ensure efficient policies, procedures and internal controls are in place
• Financial Reporting – Lead month‑end close process, coordinate closing of the division’s books, and report results in conformity with US GAAP and corporate policies
• Percentage of Completion Accounting – Maintain forecast capability, assess resource deployment, ensure cost accumulation, and manage the construction accounting process from start to finish; prepare month‑end reporting (WIP, over/under, gross margin, revenue recognition, etc.)
• Project Forecasting – Work with project managers to provide accurate data on jobs and cost accounting
• Audit – Partner with external auditors and provide accurate documentation, including “Prepared by Client” deliverables
• Transaction Processing – Manage and supervise AR, AP, Job Costing, General Ledger, Contracts Management and Purchasing
• Monthly Performance Review – Maintain KPI dashboards and steer analytical processes to assess operational and financial performance; provide recommendations for cost reduction and resource redeployment
• Team Management – Supervise staff of 4–8 people
• Financial Planning & Analysis – Support annual planning cycle, budget consolidation, analytics, management review and board presentations
• Lead various operational and financial analyses and prepare ad‑hoc operational and financial reports upon request
• ERP and System Deployment – Aid in implementation of new ERP and additional software tools to modernise and scale the business

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, in public accounting (Big 4) or corporate accounting
• Construction industry experience preferred
• Certified Public Accountant required
• Firm knowledge of US GAAP
• Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage‑completion accounting preferred
• Strong attention to detail and rigorous, methodical approach
• Effective collaboration with accounting team, management, project managers and external auditors
• Produce accurate and timely accounting reports
• Strong, polished written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
• Strong time‑management and organisational skills; adaptable in fast‑paced environments
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines; responsive and action‑oriented
• Strong analytical and mathematical ability
• Success in developing teams using leadership and talent‑development strategies
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel;
  Sage 300 CRE ideal; IFS or One Stream a plus
• Impeccable work ethics, objective and candid with a desire for transparency
• Accountable and willing to commit to transforming the finance function; follow‑through on commitments, drive for closure and sustainable results

Salary: $110k–$150k depending on experience.

Unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

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• Health & Welfare: Company‑paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off Benefits: Paid…