Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company
Job overview
The Financial Controller role at a $100M specialty construction company involves managing financial functions to ensure fiscal oversight and accurate reporting, supporting steady company growth.
Responsibilities and impact
The Controller will manage general ledger activities, oversee billing and collections, handle accounts payable, monitor cash flow, support payroll, administer the 401(k) plan, collaborate with project managers on financials, generate reports, manage tax filings, and liaise with external accountants.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers competitive compensation with an incentive bonus, comprehensive health and dental benefits, a retirement savings plan, and paid time off including 3 weeks vacation, PTO, and sick time.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 8-10 years of construction accounting experience, proficiency with systems like Autodesk and QuickBooks Online, strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA or advanced degrees are a plus.
Work environment and culture
The role requires working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with strong communication and problem-solving skills valued.
Company information
The company is a $100M private specialty construction firm experiencing steady growth.
Unique job features
The job emphasizes strong internal controls and process improvements to protect assets and enhance efficiency.
Company overview
Engage Search Partners, LLC is a boutique staffing and recruiting firm based in Haddon Heights, New Jersey, with a focus on identifying, assessing, placing, and retaining top talent for organizations. They specialize in human resources and finance roles, offering services to clients primarily in the Greater Philadelphia area. The company is led by John Begley, a seasoned executive recruiter and managing partner. Engage Search Partners leverages its expertise to help businesses find the right candidates, thereby enhancing their workforce and overall organizational effectiveness.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive experience in construction industry accounting, emphasizing skills in project/job costing, revenue recognition, and work-in-progress accruals that align with the Controller role at Engage Search Partners, LLC.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency with financial systems such as QuickBooks Online, Concur, ADP Workforce Now, and any exposure to construction-related software like Autodesk, as well as your strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
Apply through multiple channels including the Engage Search Partners, LLC corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of visibility and consideration for this financial leadership role.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in the finance or construction divisions at Engage Search Partners, LLC; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company growth, asking about the integration of financial controls in construction projects, or inquiring how they manage multi-state tax compliance.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'construction accounting,' 'work-in-progress accruals,' 'project financials,' 'internal controls,' and 'multi-state sales and use tax' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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