Financial Controller

About the role

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations and execute financial strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee accounts payable, payroll, billing, collections, taxes, budgeting, profit and loss (P&L), asset management, and financial reporting.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, forecasts, cash flow analyses, and short- and long-term financial projections.
• Monitor daily bank balances, cash flow, and P&L performance.
• Maintain accounting systems, financial records, internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Review monthly account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and oversee balance sheets, revenue estimates, expenses, and cost allocations.
• Manage monthly and year-end closing activities and ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Provide project accounting and financial guidance to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Coordinate audits, tax compliance, business licensing, and the submission of financial records to an external accounting firm for annual review.
• Supervise and support accounting personnel, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Assistant Controller functions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting accuracy, efficiency, and overall financial performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 10 years of related professional experience; construction or railroad industry experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Extensive experience with account reconciliations, budgeting, financial statements, and general accounting operations.
• Advanced computer skills and the ability to learn and operate specialized accounting software, including Timberline and Viewpoint.
• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and meet strict deadlines.
• Primarily desk-based work, with occasional walking, standing, and employee meetings.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, including files and computer equipment.
• Occasional bending.
• Ability to visit other divisions and attend meetings as needed.
• Minimal travel, with occasional trips to other divisions or attendance at conferences, workshops, seminars, business meetings, and training sessions.