Controller (CPA)

CONTROLLER

The Controller will be responsible for the company’s overall accounting function, accounting department staff, administrative staff, corporate reporting and working closely with the management team to establish and maintain internal controls and improve operational efficiencies for enhanced financial performance. Specific responsibilities include oversight of the general ledger and accounts payable/receivable processes, coordination and presentation of the period management reports, and review/analysis of financial performance.

The key roles include the following:

• Accounting & Financial Operations
• Corporate Governance
• Legal & Regulatory Compliance
• Cash Management

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA credential is highly desired.
• Minimum 10 years GAAP accounting experience required with an emphasis in construction accounting.
• Financial statement and tax schedule preparation experience required.
• Must possess advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of construction accounting software.
• Must have experience in multiple company organization structures and consolidated financials.
• Multi state experience a plus.
• Must be organized and possess strong analytical abilities.
• Must be detail oriented while maintaining a strategic view point.
• Must have strong attention to detail and perform duties accurately
• Must be able to work independently to accomplish goals within deadlines
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels within the Company and its subsidiaries
• Must have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work overtime to get the job done, especially when important deadlines need to be met.

DUTIES

The duties of this position are listed below. These duties help define clearer expectations for this position.

• Supervise and assist in management of accounting/administrative staff. Responsibilities include hiring and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work/projects, appraising performance, developing annual individual goals and objectives, and providing timely feedback.
• Responsible for the monthly/quarterly/annual closing process.
  • Review Work in Progress (WIP) Reports
  • Maintain data integrity between general ledger and job costing reports.
  • Ensure that accounts are reconciled monthly.
• Provides timely info for financial reporting.
  • Analyze financial results and produce timely variance analyses as necessary.
  • Complete monthly financial statements by the 10th day of following month
• Directs daily accounting activities within Department.
• Assist the CFO and CEO as needed in the management of capital strategies and corporate investments.
• Provide overall leadership, direction and coaching to ensure that the accounting/administrative team at both the department and corporate level are being managed effectively.
• Work with Division Managers on project cost and budget analysis to ensure project profitability.
• Manage BPG entities’ cash flow.
  • Provide weekly cash flow reports with weekly payables, receivables, and summary data.
• Oversee and direct company’s accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Account Receivables and General Ledger.
• Oversee fixed asset activity, maintaining accurate asset and depreciation detail.
• Responsible for quarterly and annual corporate tax evaluation with CFO and CEO.
• Oversee and provide direction in the areas of risk management and liability strategies.
  • Establish internal control framework to meet growing needs of the companies.
• Oversee preparation of period reporting: Quarterly overhead analysis all departments, revenue reporting, pro-formas and period contributions.
• Banking
  • Review and maintain bank accounts.
  • Review accounts for any fraudulent transactions
  • Prepare required reporting as necessary.
• Insurance
  • Review and prepare applications insurance renewals for health insurance, general liability, workman’s compensation, and professional liability.
  • Complete audits required by insurer.
• Billing/Customer Support
  • Work with each department to resolve billing issues and submit to customers.
  • Review customer contracts and other documents as required.
  • Prepare pre-qualification packages and credit applications.
• Subcontractor Contracts 
  • Ensure that all subcontractors have a subcontract agreement executed prior to execution of work.
  • Ensure that certificates of insurance are on hand.
  • Ensure that subcontractors are licensed, and that license is in good standing.
  • Assist in preparation of contract proposals (RFPs) and other licensing requirements.

Benefits

• Employer-paid options for medical and dental insurance for eligible employees
• Additional voluntary medical, dental, vision, disability, accident, legal, ID theft, and life insurance plans available
• 401K Plan, including employer match.
• Paid vacation/sick/holidays for eligible employees