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Description

Privately held and growing Construction company based in Chesterfield VA is seeking an experienced Controller/ Senior Controller to join their team. Reporting to the President and Head of Operations, this is the top finance person. This Controller will be a vital part of our financial operations, ensuring precision and efficiency in all aspects. This role involves managing job costing, work-in-progress reporting, and cash flow forecasting for our construction business.

Responsibilities

• Processing customer credit applications accurately and maintaining precise customer credit records.

• Managing the preparation of financial statements including P& L, balance sheet, and cash flow to ensure compliance with GAAP and industry regulations.

• Overseeing month-end and year-end close processes to guarantee precise and timely reporting.

• Developing and maintaining job costing systems for proper tracking of project expenses and profitability.

• Handling daily transactions and maintaining banking relationships.

• Ensuring tax compliance in coordination with external tax advisors.

• Overseeing multi-entity accounting for related business divisions, real estate holdings, and equipment companies.

• Monitoring cash flow and liquidity to ensure adequate working capital for operations.

• Assessing and mitigating financial risks, including contract risks and economic fluctuations.

• Overseeing and enhancing accounting systems, payroll, and Foundation software.

• Leading and mentoring the accounting team, ensuring detail oriented development and performance excellence.

• Collaborating with external auditors, tax professionals, and banking partners to support the company’s financial health.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems

• Ability to manage all Accounting Functions effectively

• Experience with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Knowledge of Auditing procedures

• Familiarity with Budget Processes

• Understanding of Job Cost principles

• Experience with WIP - Work In Progress accounting

• Ability to prepare and analyze Financial Statements

• Experience in AIA Billing procedures

• Knowledge of Construction industry and its financial aspects

• Proficiency in Construction Accounting practices

*Degree in Accounting and CPA preferred

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