Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Ontario, California. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong background in construction accounting and a proven ability to manage financial operations effectively. The Controller will collaborate closely with leadership and project managers to ensure accurate billing, payroll, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee all aspects of billing processes and ensure accuracy in job costing and retention.

- Manage accounts receivable, including retention billing within the construction sector.

- Process weekly certified payroll functions in compliance with industry standards.

- Update and maintain proprietary Excel schedules related to financial tracking.

- Coordinate with external accounting firms to ensure proper financial oversight.

- Collaborate with project managers to address financial matters and support decision-making.

- Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports to guide organizational strategy.

- Ensure timely completion of month-end close procedures.

- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) reports to track project performance and profitability.

- Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and standards within the construction industry. Requirements

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a financial or accounting role, preferably within the construction industry.

- Proficiency in Sage software for financial management.

- Expertise in job costing and retention billing processes.

- Strong knowledge of certified payroll functions and compliance requirements.

- Familiarity with work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and analysis.

- Demonstrated ability to prepare and review financial statements accurately.

- Proven experience handling month-end close procedures.

- Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with leadership and project teams.

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