Corporate Controller

Corporate Controller – Argus Companies

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to oversee accounting operations across a holding company and its subsidiaries. This leadership position offers the opportunity to shape accounting processes, establish robust controls, and support growth across multiple entities.

As Controller, you will own day‑to‑day accounting operations and build scalable, compliant financial processes for the organization.

• Accounting Systems & Workflow
  • Lead coordination, implementation, and optimization of accounting software.
  • Develop workflows, manage system upgrades, and implement new modules as needed.
• General Ledger & Close
  • Direct the monthly close process across all entities.
  • Handle billing, time recording, accruals, depreciation, and reconciliations.
  • Ensure GAAP and FAR compliance for all accounting entries.
  • Develop and maintain depreciation and amortization schedules.
  • Perform and review multi‑company consolidations.
• Accounts Payable
  • Oversee invoice processing, vendor management, tax reporting requirements, and payments.
• Payroll
  • Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with all payroll regulations.
  • Work closely with third‑party payroll vendor.
• Expense & Invoice Management
  • Direct and manage Concur implementation and usage.
  • Process expenses and invoices for approval and payment.
• Controls & Compliance
  • Establish and document accounting procedures and internal controls.
  • Ensure audit readiness with clean audits and no material deficiencies.
• Audits
  • Oversee annual financial audits, 401(k) plan audit, and FAR overhead audits.
• Financial Reporting
  • Oversee preparation and distribution of monthly financial statements.
  • Monitor financials and investigate discrepancies.
• Cash Flow & Banking
  • Manage daily cash flow, intercompany transfers, and lines of credit.
  • Oversee banking relationships, credit card programs, and bank reconciliations.
• Taxes
  • Manage tax reporting and payments across all jurisdictions.
• 401(k) Administration
  • Coordinate with plan administrators and ensure accurate payroll processing and employee enrollment.
• People Leadership
  • Manage, hire, and develop/trains accounting staff as the department grows.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, preferably within an engineering or technical industry.
• Proven experience in multi‑company/holding company environments.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, budgeting, cost control, and financial regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform hands‑on accounting work (journal entries, payroll, expenses, consolidations).
• Experience developing processes, controls, and procedures from the ground up.
• Strong aptitude for financial operations, personnel management, and business operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Experience with Concur.
• Familiarity with FAR requirements and overhead audits.

Primarily a in‑office role to support collaboration and operational effectiveness.

Executive

Full‑time

Accounting / Auditing and Finance