Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting
West Sacramento, Yolo County, California, 95691, USA
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance
Controller
Novate Solution's Inc. is an Industrial Technology Services firm with 20+ years of providing professional engineering design, turnkey project implementation, and support services for the technology that runs industrial manufacturing facilities.
Most of our clients are large-scale, industrial facilities that rely on us for our expertise, high-quality implementation of process control systems, information software, instrumentation, industrial networks, SCADA, inspection, motion, and state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 technologies.
Novate is a business-to-business corporation that primarily provides industrial plant services to large corporations. We also engage in selective work with large-scale industrial contractors, government agencies and mid-sized food and beverage producers.
Responsibilities· Oversee team members in procurement and accounting.
· Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger management, project accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, financial reporting, and internal controls.
· Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of Novate's business models, revenue streams, cost structures, liability exposure, and insurance requirements.
· Oversee all billing functions, ensuring contract compliance, accurate invoicing, adherence to billing schedules, and timely collection of receivables.
· Establish, formalize and monitor key performance metrics for billing, collections, work-in-progress (WIP), and cash flow.
· Manage project cost accounting, including labor burden calculations, material costs, project profitability analysis, and real-time reporting by project and business unit.
· Develop and maintain an effective chart of accounts and financial reporting structure that accurately captures revenues, direct costs, fixed costs, and variable costs by business unit.
· Lead cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling to support operational planning and executive decision-making.
· Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable tax regulations.
· Oversee multi-state sales tax compliance, nexus requirements, and federal, state, and local tax planning initiatives, including available tax credits and deductions.
· Partner with engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams to establish processes for inventory tracking, material management, quality control, and ISO-compliant documentation
· Establish and maintain documented accounting procedures for accounts receivable, accounts payable, month-end close, quarter-end close, and financial controls.
· Coordinate contract compliance reviews, financial audits, and automated reporting systems to improve accuracy, accountability, and operational efficiency.
· Oversee and maintain business compliance systems, contractor qualification platforms, fleet management systems, and other administrative programs required to support company operations.
· Participate in and drive executive team financial meetings.
· Support migration from Quick Books Online to a new ERP system.
· Periodic travel to other Novate locations is sometimes required.
· Other various tasks associated with small corporation business.
Experience and Skills· 10+ years of recent accounting experience
· Working knowledge of project-based and service business operations
· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
· Knowledgeable in GAAP
· Able to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and integrated software systems
· Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
· Familiar with AIA G702 and G703 payment application
· Strong leadership and communication skills
· General knowledge of business, and corporate taxes
· Highly skilled using Excel for in-depth financial analysis
· Keyboarding 45 wpm corrected, or greater
· 10-Key 9,000kph corrected, or greater
Education· BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; MBA preferred.
License/Certifications· Valid CA driver's license
· CMA preferred
Competencies· Communication
· Results Driven
· Critical Thinking
· Process Driven
· Problem Solving Leadership
· Team Builder
Physical Demands· Ability to lift up to 25 pounds; frequent standing and/or sitting.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance· Ability to pass a DOD security-level background check.
Benefits· Paid vacation
· 401(k)
· Flexible work schedule
· Health, dental, and vision insurance
· Wellness benefits
· Life insurance
· Identity theft protection
Equal Opportunity Employer
NO RECRUITERS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $ per year
Schedule· Monday to Friday
Location· Merced, CA 95341 or Sacramento, CA 95691
· In-office position with the ability to work from home 1 day per week
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