Controller

Description The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions. Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Controller to assist with our projects in Maumee, OH! This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Receives and provides information to all staff, vendors, outside accountants, and clients. Maintains client confidentiality of all financial and project work and the confidentiality of employee information. Must be able to work independently with instructions as to the general results expected and meet deadlines on projects. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day accounting operations (GL, AP/AR, payroll, WIP, fixed assets) Own month-end close, internal financial reporting including account reconciliations and ensure GAAP compliance Oversee project-based revenue recognition and ensure alignment with ASC 606 Oversee annual FAR overhead rate audit and rate submission with state DOTs Oversee annual financial audit Assist in the creation of the annual budget and rolling forecast, including the 13-week cash flow forecast Play a key role in acquisition integration and financial system alignment Support cash flow management and performance tracking Improve internal controls and drive automation initiatives Manage and develop a small, skilled accounting team Work cross-functionally on projects and initiatives. Complete ad-hoc assignments as needed Other duties and responsibilities as directed Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required (CPA & MBA preferred) 10-15 years of accounting experience, with at least 7-10 years as a Controller Ability to meet tight deadlines AEC industry background strongly preferred Deltek software experience required (Vision, Vantagepoint, or similar) Workday Adaptive Planning OfficeConnect experience preferred Strong knowledge of project accounting, WIP, and ASC 606 & 842 Overhead Rate Audit & FAR Part 31 experience M&A integration and high-growth environment experience Excellent leadership and communication skills Benefits The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. Included benefits are as follows: 401(k) w/ company match Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life Flexible schedule Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work! It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws. About The Mannik & Smith Group As one of the premier multi-disciplined consulting firms, we work with an exclusive collection of some of the best and fastest growing private entities, municipalities and governmental agencies in the region, nation and around the globe. Our hiring process Stage 1: Applied Stage 2: Initial Screening Stage 3: 1st Interview Stage 4: Offer Stage 5: Hired