
Controller (Construction)
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Controller (Construction/Manufacturing)
Location: Newport, DE
Overview:Seeking an Accountant/Comptroller who would perform accounting duties and supervise 2 direct reports, interact with our CPA monthly, as well as interfacing with them for audits and annual financial reporting. Desiring a candidate with Sage, Procore, and construction/manufacturing operations experience. ERP implementation experience a plus.
Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership Manage accounting staff Establish accounting policies Approve journal entries Oversee month-end close Ensure GAAP compliance Lead annual audits
Construction Financial Management Own WIP reporting Oversee percentage-of-completion revenue recognition Review project profitability Monitor backlog profitability Evaluate under-billings and overbillings Manage cash flow forecasting
Management ReportingProvide leadership with: Monthly financial statements KPI dashboards Cash flow forecasts Job profitability reports Equipment utilization reporting Labor productivity metrics
Risk Management Internal controls Fraud prevention Bonding support Banking relationships Insurance renewals Tax strategy coordination
Working With OperationsPartner with: Project Managers Estimators Operations Manager Fabrication Shop Manager President/OwnerTypical responsibilities include: Reviewing large change orders Monitoring job burn rates Reviewing contract risks Forecasting project margins Identifying troubled jobs early
Technology OwnershipOwns financial systems: Sage ERP Financials Procore Payroll systems Equipment costing systems Financial reporting tools
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA is a plus.
- 10+ years of finance/accounting experience, including 5+ years in leadership.
- Experience supporting manufacturing/construction operations.
- Experience with SAGE, Procore, and payroll systems.
- Strong expertise in:-Financial planning & analysis (FP&A)-Operational and cost accounting-Budgeting-Forecasting-GAAP-P&L leadership to drive business performance-Working with CPA, operations, president, project managers, estimators, etc.-ERP implementation experience is a plus
Qualified candidates, please contact Sarah Bartel Email resume to: sbartel@synerfac.comOffice #: 302-276-7018
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