Job Information
Robert Half Controller in Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Description
Robert Half is reviewing candidates for a growing construction company for an ambitious, determined hands on Controller. This leadership role oversees the entire accounting process reporting into the owner and supervising an AP professional. As the Controller, you will play a crucial role in maintaining internal controls, while overseeing and managing the financial operations, with a specific focus on financial reporting, tax compliance, accounts receivable, accounts payable, job cost/contract management, payroll, and Sage 300 software tasks. Your construction industry knowledge will be instrumental in ensuring accurate and timely financial processes. Reporting directly to the President/Owner, you will collaborate closely with project managers, auditors, and other stakeholders to maintain financial stability and support company growth. The permanent Controller position is situated in the Upper Marlboro, Maryland area 5 days/week from 8 am - 6 pm daily with an hour for lunch.
Key responsibilities:
Financial Reporting/Tax
Job Cost/Contract Management
General Ledger
Point person for Sage 300
Oversee all accounting receivable transactions
Prepare and process contract and service billings
Supervise the AP Professional and oversee all accounts payable transactions
Supervise the PR Professional and oversee all payroll transactions
Main point of contact for all various insurance packages
Office management/IT
The ideal candidate for this Construction Controller role will have 10+ years of hands-on day to day construction accounting, Sage 300 software+++, BS in Accounting and the ability to come into the office every day in Upper Marlboro, MD form 8 am - 6 pm and work with all the various department heads. To apply to this Construction Controller role please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.
Requirements
EXPERT in construction accounting
Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required
Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity
Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlines
Sharp, analytical thinking abilities, always seeking to draw connections and identify the "why"
Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Practical knowledge of construction project accounting
Previous experience working with Accounts Receivable (AR)
Experience with bank reconciliations
Adeptness in Construction Accounting
Good understanding of Accounts Payable (AP)
Financial statement preparation experience highly preferred
Comprehension of Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Hands-on experience with account reconciliation
Earlier work involving financial reporting
Demonstrated knowledge of Construction Cost
Account reconciliation experience highly valued
Construction experience
General familiarity with Construction Loans
Sage Accounting Software experience
Prior experience with Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Commercial Construction Projects experience highly desired
Sage 300 experience desired
Strong familiarity with Commercial Construction Projects
Background working with month end closings
Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities
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