Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and matched between the company’s accounting records and bank statements.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, job cost analysis, and profitability reporting, to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare detailed financial reports to present to management, owners, and external stakeholders.
• Manage the year-end audit process, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Prepare and submit monthly DBE compliance reports, ensuring accurate vendor classifications and spend tracking aligned with project requirements.
• Analyze financial data to identify risk exposures and trends, providing insight and recommendations to leadership for mitigation strategies.
• Present payables to President weekly.

Accounting Operations:

• Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and timely recording of all financial transactions.
• Oversee and perform accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including vendor payments, customer invoicing, and collections.
• Process and reconcile payroll, ensuring compliance with wage laws, benefits deductions, and payroll tax filings.
• Perform regular bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure all activity is accurately captured and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Maintain and update the chart of accounts to support operational clarity and financial reporting needs.

• Ensure proper coding of expenses and journal entries in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare and enter monthly accruals, amortizations, and other adjusting journal entries.
• Manage sales tax compliance, including filings, payments, and recordkeeping.
• Prepare and file routine tax forms and reports (e.g., sales tax, payroll taxes, 1099s) with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Prepare and present monthly IFTA fuel tax reports for internal review and approval prior to submission.
• Coordinate with external vendors and departments for billing, reimbursements, and vendor setup.
• Support and implement internal controls and accounting procedures to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all operational transactions are accurately recorded.
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all accounting operations in compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and implement robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor project profitability and identify cost efficiencies.
• Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality when handling sensitive financial data, employee records, and proprietary company information.

Cash Flow Management & Forecasting:

• Monitor and manage daily cash position, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet operating needs.
• Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts to support operational and strategic funding requirements.
• Coordinate the timing of receivables and payables to optimize working capital.
• Manage banking relationships and credit lines.
• Develop and implement cash flow strategies, including recommendations for cost control, vendor payment schedules, or collections efforts.
• Support leadership in evaluating financing needs and maintaining visibility on debt service and capital requirements.

Administrative & Procurement Support:

• Supervise and train accounting staff (if applicable).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Prior experience in public accounting is highly desirable.
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in heavy civil construction, highway, or related industries.
• Deep understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proven experience with job costing, WIP schedules, and…