Controller

Highly respected construction company located in Northwest, Georgia area is looking to hire a Controller to support the company’s long-term strategic growth initiatives with the opportunity to grow your career into the CFO role.

The Controller will be responsible for creating best practices to ensure consistent corporate financial information is provided through a range of avenues such as managing and allocating accounts, financial statements, payroll, tax data and creating the standardization of accounting to position the company for future growth. The Controller will also be the point of contact for banks, auditors, and tax authorities and supervise an accounting team. The successful candidate will look critically at the financials identifying recommendations for improvement.

Accounting & Finance:

Manage all aspects of the daily accounting functions to include but not limited to: general ledger activity, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and finance functions.

Establish and improve systems, processes, and data that enhance the company’s value.

Oversee Budget forecasting and cash flow management.

Record new equipment in GL and Equipment Management, prepare amortization schedule for financed equipment.

Review, analyze and reconcile bank accounts, fixed assets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other G/L accounts. Prepare and post adjusting entries.

Coordinate and oversee the quarterly/annual close process with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

Prepare and ensure accuracy of quarterly/annual financial statements.

Apply for renew contractor and business licenses as needed.

Participate in special projects with the CFO as needed.

Payroll & Benefits:

Responsible for all aspects of the payroll & benefits administration functions.

Accountable for all payroll and benefits tax filings.

Qualifications:

Accounting Degree required, CPA preferred

Certified Construction Industry Financial Accounting Certification (CCIFP) a plus

Working knowledge of View Point software preferred

5+ years’ experience in the construction industry preferred