Spyglass Talent Solutions, a retained recruitment firm based in Raleigh, NC, has been engaged to conduct a search for a Controller.
The Controller will ensure the accounting team provides timely and professional services on a consistent basis. The responsibilities will include broad oversight, producing financial reports, making recommendations to leadership, and ensuring compliance with all regulations on accounting and human resources priorities.
Responsibilities include:
Oversees and manages the day-to-day operation of the accounting department.
Partners and collaborates effectively with operations and preconstruction teams where needed to ensure the overall financial success of all construction projects.
Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls and ensures compliance over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
Oversees the production of monthly financial reports and ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
Reports on Company benchmarks/KPIs used to measure the Company’s performance.
Produces the annual budget and forecasts and timely report significant budget differences to management.
Provides financial analysis, with emphasis on monthly job profitability and overhead costs.
Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
Files quarterly and annual reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Work with outside tax preparer to facilitate income tax return preparation.
Manages renewals and updates for all licensing of current and new jurisdictions.
Oversees owner contracts and works with Project Accountants on Owner pay applications (G702 and G703) based on the Owner approved Schedule of Values.
Oversees and assists with daily Cash Management.
Reviews and assists with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll, as needed.
Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
10+ years of equivalent experience with a major company/corporation.
CPA designation preferred.
Prior work experience with a General Contractor/Construction preferred.
Extensive knowledge of general financial and cost accounting principles.
Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to multitask and work in a team environment.
