Controller
Mountain Companies is a general civil contractor with a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Controller to manage day-to-day accounting and finance requirements. This position will be responsible for all financial accounting procedures and general office management. A controller with construction accounting experience and the ability to communicate with field operations to provide the necessary financial data for reporting and tracking operational accounting.
To support continued growth, you will implement new processes and contribute continuous improvement to existing processes. Controller will perform financial research and analyze financial data to problem-solve and prepare information for creating and improving the accounting system processes.
The ideal candidate for this position is dependable, ethical, and committed to consistently meeting deadlines. Construction Accounting required. Must be organized and meticulous for all aspects of office administration.
Perform accounts payable/accounts receivable functions.
Prepare job cost reports, lien releases.
Prepare AIA requisitions and provide support.
Download activity and reconcile bank and credit cards.
Ensure timely bill payment and manage AR.
Collect and input employee timesheets.
Process payroll internally
Obtain and distribute COI’s.
Monthly update of the WIP.
Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls tailored to construction accounting requirements.
Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
Collaborate with project managers and estimators to develop accurate project budgets and cost estimates.
Review and analyze construction contracts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and contractual obligations.
Manage cash flow, including billing, collections, and payments, to optimize working capital and liquidity.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements, including tax filings and financial audits specific to the construction industry.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management for strategic decision-making and business growth.
General office administrative work.
Lead the annual renewal process of all insurance and service provider contracts.
Coordinate annual outside CPA audit of financial statements.
Assist with the annual budget process for operating companies.
Prepare account analysis and reconciliations with supporting documents.
Review subcontractor reconciliations as needed.
Analyze financial statements on a monthly basis and report on variances.
Develop and provide projections of revenue and cash flow to management teams to meet operational needs.
Oversee the development and maintenance of systems supporting financial reporting, payroll, and banking systems.
Ensure controls are in place to safeguard company assets and ensure integrity of financial data.