Controller
Position Overview:
Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Controller to join their team in Maryland. This pivotal role is responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategic planning efforts across multiple corporate entities. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen and leadership abilities, with a preference for experience in the construction industry. This position is fully onsite in Odenton, Maryland.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Operations: Oversee financial operations across multiple corporate entities.
Reporting & Compliance: Ensure accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and compliance with all accounting and tax regulations.
Collaboration: Partner closely with the Accounting Operations Manager.
Strategic Planning: Lead budgeting, forecasting, job costing, and strategic financial planning to drive profitability and growth
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree is required.
Experience in financial operations and strategic planning.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting and compliance with accounting and tax regulations.
Proven ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning efforts.
Experience in the construction industry is preferred.
Excellent collaboration skills to work closely with the Accounting Operations Manager.
Required Work HoursMonday to Friday, first shift.
Benefits:
This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with a salary range from $140,000 to $160,000 per year. The role is a supervisory position, providing an opportunity for professional growth and leadership.
Additional Details:
This job is fully onsite in Anne Arundel County MD and is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong background in financial operations and a keen eye for strategic planning.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibilities
- Prior experience in the construction industry with a strong understanding of job costing, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project-based financial reporting
- Experience overseeing month-end and year-end close processes
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal controls
- Proven ability to manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial analysis
- Experience leading and developing accounting teams
- Strong proficiency with ERP/accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to partner with ownership and executive leadership to provide strategic financial insights
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsCPA, CMA, or public accounting experience is a plus
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.