Assistant Controller - Hydrovac

Peak Utility Services Group•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company serving the electric, natural gas, and telecommunications industries. Through its operating subsidiaries, it provides engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services for utility infrastructure. The Assistant Controller provides hands-on accounting and financial leadership and serves as a key partner to the Controller. The position supports accurate and reliable financial reporting, the monthly close, internal controls, budgeting and forecasting, work-in-progress accounting, and financial analysis. The Assistant Controller works closely with Finance and Operations to provide timely financial information, identify trends and variances, and support sound business decisions. The role is classified as exempt. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
Five or more years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
Strong knowledge and practical application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Strong understanding of construction accounting and work-in-progress (WIP) accounting.
Ability to analyze complex financial information and communicate clear, actionable insights to management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify trends, anomalies, and underlying causes in complex financial data.
Advanced spreadsheet and data-analysis capabilities and ability to work effectively with accounting, ERP, and reporting systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for financial and non-financial stakeholders.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities, changing demands, and tight reporting deadlines.
Hands-on, self-directed approach, including researching issues, analyzing data, reconciling accounts, and completing assigned work.
Strong ownership and accountability for deliverables.
Ability to shift between high-level financial analysis and detailed transactional review.
Ability to identify issues, determine root causes, and develop practical solutions with minimal direction.
Collaborative, team-oriented approach and ability to partner effectively with Operations.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Sound judgment, discretion, and commitment to the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
Working knowledge of applicable state and federal financial and tax requirements.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license from the state of residence within two weeks of employment.
Must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience.
Demonstrated experience with construction accounting, WIP reporting, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls.
CPA or CPA candidate.
Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Support and help manage the monthly financial close, ensuring timely and accurate completion of financial reporting.
Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including the balance sheet, consolidated and departmental income statements, statement of cash flows, variance analysis, and management discussion and analysis (MD&A).
Prepare timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting for business units and management.
Analyze actual results against budget, forecast, and prior-year results; identify significant variances and work with Finance and Operations to explain business drivers.
Partner with Finance and Operations to identify opportunities for continuous financial and operational improvement.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls over accounting and financial reporting, including controls over accounting transactions.
Monitor compliance with company accounting policies and procedures, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Assist with external audits and other financial or compliance reviews, including preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
Perform financial analysis to support capital expenditure, pricing, contract bid, and contract negotiation decisions.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, systems, and data quality.
Provide accounting guidance and support to operational and financial stakeholders.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.