{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5ffe28fb40da70874de8be40","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5ffe28fb40da70874de8be40","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5ffe28fb40da70874de8be40","title":"Controller","description":"CONSTRUCTION IS LEADING THE WORLD IN CAREER OPPORTUNITIES…AND THOSE OPPORTUNITIES CAN BE FOUND AT THE STATE GROUP.\nThe State Group’s family of companies is experiencing exponential growth through investing in our people, innovation, and technology. Since 1961, our 4500+ professionals in North America have provided comprehensive multi-trade industrial contracting services that include Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil on a single-source basis. We have tremendous opportunities for driven leaders looking for a high-energy career.\nThe State Group is seeking a Controller based at our Welch and Rushe Division in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This opportunity will provide immediate once-in-a-lifetime career learning and growth, as well as future promotional opportunities within The State Group. Welch and Rushe have been in operation for over 50 years as a full-service mechanical company specializing in comprehensive HVAC and plumbing construction services.\nBENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US\nThis position is an integral part of our success and provides opportunities for career advancement.\nPaid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.\n401(k) Retirement Plan with Profit Sharing Match.\nCompetitive compensation and benefits, annual pay increases, and bonuses.\nState embraces and encourages workplace diversity.\nWHAT YOU WILL DO\nEnsure compliance with safety requirements and actively promote a positive safety culture.\nPrepare monthly financial statements, review and submit quarterly tax returns, and initiate and renew periodic state license registrations.\nCreate and review General Ledger entries, monitor accounts receivable, and manage vendor payments.\nWIP preparation and coordination with Operations during month-end\nCoordinate the month-end close process, ensuring reported results comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internally established controls and policies.\nFacilitate the completion of periodic audit requests.\nOversee the training, development, and performance of direct reports.\nManage accurate and compliant payroll processing, including associated activities and reports.\nFacilitate the creation of forecasts, reports variances, and performance to management.\nPerform additional duties as assigned.\nWHAT YOU NEED TO JOIN OUR TEAM\n3+ years of relevant financial experience, including supervisory roles.\nCollege diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field.\nBackground in construction or project-based accounting preferred.\nAdvanced proficiency with Excel and Sage.\nStrong attention to detail.\nCPA (Certified Public Accountant, US) or CPA (Certified Professional Accountant, Canada) preferred.\nAbility to work varied and additional hours during closing and budgeting periods.\nTo learn more about The State Group, visit our websites at www.stategroup.com and www.welchandrushe.com.\nThe State Group is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities who are participating in the employment process.\nJob Type: Full-time\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\nPhysical Setting:\nOffice\nSchedule:\nMonday to Friday\nApplication Question(s):\nWhat is the best email and phone number to reach you?\nDo you have experience with the WIP (Work In Progress)?\nEducation:\nBachelor's (Required)\nExperience:\nControlling: 3 years (Required)\nAbility to Commute:\nUpper Marlboro, MD (Required)\nAbility to Relocate:\nUpper Marlboro, MD: Relocate before starting work (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"State Group","rawCompany":"state group","city":"Upper Marlboro","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:34:50.790Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"236220","title":"Commercial and Institutional Building Construction","slug":"commercial-and-institutional-building-construction"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controller","description":"CONSTRUCTION IS LEADING THE WORLD IN CAREER OPPORTUNITIES…AND THOSE OPPORTUNITIES CAN BE FOUND AT THE STATE GROUP.\nThe State Group’s family of companies is experiencing exponential growth through investing in our people, innovation, and technology. Since 1961, our 4500+ professionals in North America have provided comprehensive multi-trade industrial contracting services that include Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil on a single-source basis. We have tremendous opportunities for driven leaders looking for a high-energy career.\nThe State Group is seeking a Controller based at our Welch and Rushe Division in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This opportunity will provide immediate once-in-a-lifetime career learning and growth, as well as future promotional opportunities within The State Group. Welch and Rushe have been in operation for over 50 years as a full-service mechanical company specializing in comprehensive HVAC and plumbing construction services.\nBENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US\nThis position is an integral part of our success and provides opportunities for career advancement.\nPaid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.\n401(k) Retirement Plan with Profit Sharing Match.\nCompetitive compensation and benefits, annual pay increases, and bonuses.\nState embraces and encourages workplace diversity.\nWHAT YOU WILL DO\nEnsure compliance with safety requirements and actively promote a positive safety culture.\nPrepare monthly financial statements, review and submit quarterly tax returns, and initiate and renew periodic state license registrations.\nCreate and review General Ledger entries, monitor accounts receivable, and manage vendor payments.\nWIP preparation and coordination with Operations during month-end\nCoordinate the month-end close process, ensuring reported results comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internally established controls and policies.\nFacilitate the completion of periodic audit requests.\nOversee the training, development, and performance of direct reports.\nManage accurate and compliant payroll processing, including associated activities and reports.\nFacilitate the creation of forecasts, reports variances, and performance to management.\nPerform additional duties as assigned.\nWHAT YOU NEED TO JOIN OUR TEAM\n3+ years of relevant financial experience, including supervisory roles.\nCollege diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field.\nBackground in construction or project-based accounting preferred.\nAdvanced proficiency with Excel and Sage.\nStrong attention to detail.\nCPA (Certified Public Accountant, US) or CPA (Certified Professional Accountant, Canada) preferred.\nAbility to work varied and additional hours during closing and budgeting periods.\nTo learn more about The State Group, visit our websites at www.stategroup.com and www.welchandrushe.com.\nThe State Group is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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