Controller

Job Description

Wylander Solutions, a recruiting company for the disaster restoration industry, is hiring a Director of Accounting/ Controller for a company in Hainesville, IL.

Compensation & Benefits:

Base salary: $85,000 plus (DOE)

Additional Incentives based on KPI's

Profit Sharing

Health Benefits

Matching 401K

PTO, Paid Holidays

The Director of Accounting/Controller is responsible for applying accounting and finance principles to analyze financial information and assist in preparing financial reports. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: preparing and maintaining monthly recurring journal entries; assisting with month-end close; analyzing budgets and financial plans; preparing business forecasts and statistical reports; preparing balance sheets and profit and loss statements; preparing federal, state, and local reports; as well as managing day-to-day bookkeeping duties.

Responsibilities:

Manage Accounting Department: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, HR duties, and payroll.

Direct and coordinate the company's financial planning and budget management functions, as well as cash flow forecasting

Manage the preparation of financial reports, forecasts, and analyze monthly operating results compared to the budget.

Oversee daily operations of the finance department

Assist in collecting overdue receivables

Design the organization structure for the finance department and staff positions with qualified employees, and continually train and develop employees to accomplish the department's goals and objectives. effectively

Ensure compliance with local, state / provincial, and federal reporting requirements.

Work with other department managers, executives, and owners to develop and execute the strategic plan.

Direct financial audits and provide recommendations for process and procedure improvements

Establish and implement short and long-range departmental objectives, policies, and operating procedures.

Accurately prepare and file required tax forms.

Hiring, development, and termination decisions for finance department employees

Qualifications:

10+ years of accounting experience

5+ years within a controller role, preferably within the construction industry

Knowledge of WIP, job costing, and cost accrual revenue allocation

Expert knowledge and understanding of financial concepts and accounting principles

Strong quantitative, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Strong understanding of the key drivers of profitability, including experience providing analysis with actionable steps for operations

Strong computer skills

Proven strong time management and organizational skills

Ability to meet stringent deadlines and work independently

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

Keywords: construction, accounting, controller

Full-time