We are looking for an experienced Controller to support financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Plymouth, Minnesota. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can bring structure, accuracy, and strong financial oversight across core controllership activities. The successful candidate will help guide close processes, strengthen reporting reliability, and provide meaningful insight into cash flow and project-related financial performance.
Responsibilities:
- Direct day-to-day controllership activities to maintain accurate financial records and support sound accounting operations.
- Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are prepared with precision.
- Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts to help leadership plan effectively and manage financial resources.
- Perform and review account reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and improve the integrity of the general ledger.
- Monitor job cost activity, analyze project-related spending, and highlight variances that may affect financial outcomes.
- Prepare financial reports and summaries that support decision-making and provide visibility into business performance.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to strengthen accounting processes, improve controls, and support operational needs.
- Assist with finance-related process updates or system-related changes as needed while maintaining continuity in reporting and controls.
- 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or controllership roles.
- Demonstrated expertise in core controllership functions within a business environment.
- Strong experience managing month-end close activities and maintaining reporting accuracy.
- Proven ability to prepare cash flow forecasts and interpret financial trends.
- Hands-on experience with account reconciliation and resolution of accounting discrepancies.
- Knowledge of job costing principles and the ability to evaluate project financial performance.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a long-term contract role while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.