Controller
- Cranford, NJ, United States
$140,000 to $150,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $140,000 to $150,000 USD / year
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction accounting.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Paid time off
About the Opportunity Our client is a well-established commercial construction based organization seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting and finance operations. This position plays a key role in financial reporting, cash management, process improvement, compliance, and operational support within a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct payroll reviews and provide labor bill rate support for project-related staff.
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including WIP, profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures.
- Manage all tax filings.
- Monitor daily cash management and cash control processes.
- Manage month-end close process including preparation of journal entries, supporting schedules and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Coordinate with external auditors on annual financial review.
- Provide regular reports and updates to senior and executive management.
- Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards, including GAAP.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable related to construction projects.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA, CMA, or CCIFP certification is preferred but not required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction accounting.
- Proven knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Advanced understanding of construction industry financial practices and regulations including POC accounting.
- Proficient in construction ERP software (e.g., Sage, JD Edwards, Procore, etc).
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
More about this job
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Cash handling
- Process improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Payroll
- Month-end close
- Account reconciliation
- Manage accounts
- CPA
- CMA
- Construction industry
- ERP
- Procore
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial analysis