We are looking for an experienced Controller to direct the accounting function and provide strong financial guidance for a growing organization in Chesterfield, Virginia. This position combines hands-on oversight of daily financial operations with broader leadership in planning, reporting, and process improvement. The successful candidate will help strengthen financial discipline, support executive decision-making, and contribute to the company’s continued growth through accurate reporting and sound controls.
Responsibilities:
- Direct core accounting activities across payables, receivables, payroll, billing, general ledger, fixed assets, budgeting, collections, and tax-related matters.
- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting that is accurate, timely, and aligned with applicable accounting standards.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash planning efforts, while delivering financial insights that support both immediate needs and long-range goals.
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls to protect financial data, improve accuracy, and promote compliance.
- Refine accounting workflows, policies, and procedures to increase efficiency and strengthen overall financial performance.
- Analyze profitability, liquidity, and other key financial indicators, and present practical recommendations to senior leadership.
- Oversee reconciliations, accruals, allocations, balance sheet activity, and supporting schedules to ensure reliable financial records.
- Manage month-end and year-end close activities, coordinating timelines and ensuring all reporting deadlines are met.
- Coordinate external audits, tax submissions, licensing requirements, and other statutory or regulatory filings.
- Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management roles.
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and the full accounting cycle, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
- Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing and developing accounting staff.
- Solid analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Advanced proficiency with accounting systems and financial software.
- Background in project-based industries such as transportation, construction, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial services is preferred.
- Experience with job costing, project accounting, revenue recognition, or platforms such as Sage Timberline or Viewpoint is a plus.