The Controller is a leader in our finance/accounting department who oversees the financial operations, manages audits and ensuring compliance with Federal, State and local regulations. This role is crucial to promoting continuous improvement and maintaining the financial health and integrity of the company.
Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
Ensure accurate and timely monthly/quarterly/year end close processes. This includes, but is not limited to, reviewing a variety of reports for accuracy and adherence to company policies. Prepare and record journal entries.
Prepare monthly financial statements including the WIP to ensure timeliness, accuracy and compliance. Review with CFO.
General Ledger and Accounting:
Oversee the general ledger and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately.
Reconcile the general ledger, including resolving outstanding items and following up on accounts assigned to others.
Payroll Oversight:
Manage the Payroll & Accounting Administrator and oversee the payroll process including reviewing the weekly payroll for accuracy.
Review and confirm accuracy of monthly, quarterly and annual tax reporting and other payroll-related reports.
Compliance and Internal Controls
Coordinate company audits including the financial statement, 401(k) and Workers Compensation
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and audit standards, including tax compliance, payroll compliance, GAAP, etc.
Maintain and promote effective internal controls and insure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
Financial Systems and Processes
Identify and implement best practices for financial operational efficiency.
Team Collaboration and Management:
Collaborate and be a resource to other departments to support overall company goals and objectives.
Manage the accounting team, including the areas of Payroll, Accounts Payable/Receivable, and Project Cost Accounting. Responsible for performance management, hiring decisions, etc.
Provide technical support and employee development to the accounting team.
Qualification/Skills:
Knowledge of commercial construction accounting principles.
Ability to work in a self-directed environment.
Strong organizational skills.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Mental ability to conduct on-going interpersonal interactions, analyze and solve problems essential.
Ability to participate in a team.
Ability to use independent judgement and independent action.
Ability to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
Valid driver’s license with a driving record that allows you to be on our approved driver’s list.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or similar certification is highly desirable.
Experience in financial management in the AEC industry desired.
Knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and Local regulations.
Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, Intermediate user of remaining MS Office suite.
Viewpoint software or other similar ERP system intermediate user experience
We are builders of projects that define the Northwest’s identity and push the imagination of what’s possible in construction— projects built to last and crafted with the highest level of integrity. But as with any successful building, everything begins with a solid foundation. R&H Construction approaches each project with a dedication and honor to the craft along with an unwavering commitment to the core values that define and guide us. We put the safety of our team, subcontractors, clients, and the community first. We’re forward thinking by engaging early in the design phase with services, experience, and knowledge that provide cost and schedule certainty while delivering an exceptional building experience.
