Controller

AI Engineers, Inc. (AIE) is seeking a Controller to join our corporate Finance team in an on‑site capacity in Middletown, Connecticut. This role oversees accounting and financial operations, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls, compliance and audits and many other responsibilities within the financial operations of the company.The ideal candidate is a highly skilled and detail‑oriented professional with a strong foundation in corporate finance and compliance, preferably with experience in the architecture, engineering or construction services industry. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross‑functional teams and oversee financial strategy, accounting processes and ensuring corporate compliance.AIE offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits, 401(k) with company match, competitive PTO, ESOP program, and opportunities for professional growth within an ENR‑500 firm.Requirements / Qualifications5+ years of accounting and finance experienceBachelor’s degree, accounting, finance, business administration, or a related fieldMaster’s degree, in business or finance is preferredCertified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation preferredExperience working with financial or accounting software such as Ajera or Deltek, or similar; preferredResponsibilitiesManage the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll and tax compliancePrepare and review financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulationsDevelop and implement cash management policies, manage investments following legal and company policies, minimize idle fundsInstall and maintain internal control systems to support financial policies and meet state/federal requirementsLead budget development, monitoring and variance analysisCoordinate with auditors and external accounting services to ensure adherence to tax, financial reporting and other regulatory standardsUse integrated financial systems for reporting and analysis as well as process improvementPartner with operations, procurement, and management to support cost control, pricing and profitabilitySkills & AbilitiesStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to think critically about processes, systems, and workflowsHigh attention to detail and a strong commitment to data quality and integrityAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environmentEffective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholdersCollaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across teams and disciplinesDemonstrates sound judgment and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issuesAbout AI Engineers, Inc.AIE is a multi-disciplinary, ENR-500 company with 13 offices in the U.S and over 350 employees. We are an engineering consulting firm providing Bridge, Transportation, Construction Engineering, Water/Wastewater, Site/Civil, Building Systems, Design-Build, Survey/Mapping, and Technology services to public and private clients nationwide. Design, Analysis, Inspection & Evaluation are among the core expertise of the firm, earning us a national reputation for serving on major projects in over 20 states. AIE integrates advanced equipment and technology into our infrastructure engineering services, including drones, laser scanning, artificial intelligence, and point-cloud mapping. Armed with this tech, we are enabling our engineers to perform their work at the highest level.AIE is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. AIE fully endorses equal opportunity for all. EOE/M/F/D/VEV