Business Unit Controller

Tutor Perini • Menlo Park, CA

76d • $195,000 - $250,000

About The Position

Rudolph & Sletten, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Business Unit Controller to join our office in San Jose, CA. This is a dynamic role responsible for all accounting and controls associated with a growing business that expects to generate more than $1 Billion in annual revenues. The individual will be a key member of the financial team and work with a staff of 10 to 15 including 3 direct reports. This position is located in Menlo Park, CA.

Requirements

• BA degree in Finance or Accounting is required, CPA preferred but not required.
• 15+ years of progressive management experience in accounting and finance in the construction industry.
• Thorough understanding of the full construction industry revenue recognition process including WIP reporting and percentage of completion calculations.
• Construction operations experience preferred.
• Must have a demonstrated hands-on approach and success in working in a team-based environment; is both strategic and tactical enough to push new initiatives forward.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all levels within the organization.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision, be proactive and take initiative.
• Able to work in a complex fast-paced environment with many moving parts with frequently changing priorities, must be able to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
• Critical thinking and the capability to generate consistently accurate and useful reports, as well as enthusiasm for translating data into actionable insight.
• Strong attention to detail as well as an ability to achieve results through delegation. Can produce quality work in a fast-paced environment. Able to identify gaps in work not of their own.
• Results oriented: setting goals and priorities that maximize the use of resources available to consistently deliver quality results.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with an ability to drive change while creating an environment of rigor, discipline and accountability.
• Ability to use independent judgment in performing all duties of the position.
• An 'in-the-trenches' and hands-on leader who is willing to immerse themselves in the business.

Nice To Haves

• Construction operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across the business unit for all aspects of accounting and controlling operations, lead and develop a high performing team within the finance organization.
• Manage the monthly closing process to assure the timely preparation of accurate financial information, in accordance with GAAP. Produce discussion and analysis commentary on changes in numbers and financial position.
• Oversight of compiling and reporting financial information to the parent entity throughout the financial close cycles.
• Oversee Business Unit cash and banking activities, including collections, disbursements, and cash forecasting.
• Review revenue recognition through work in place process and confirm information is supported by operational profit forecast.
• Establish and manage monthly monitoring of critical internal control activities. Ensure the internal control environment is strong and is compliant with public company requirements & practices (SOX compliant). Proactively manage financial risks and remediation in order to avoid significant audit issues. Primary leadership role in working with outside audit firms on annual & quarterly audits.
• Drive productivity throughout the finance function, with a focus on automating accounting activities, and leading productivity improvements throughout the finance organization.
• Maintain proficiency with regard to technical accounting considerations, including revenue recognition, accounting for unapproved change orders and claims, and other relevant GAAP standards.
• Provide critical financial and operational information to executive management and make actionable recommendations to improve financial results.
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc requests.

Benefits

• 401k
• health_insurance
• dental_insurance
• vision_insurance
• paid_holidays
• paid_volunteer_time
• flexible_scheduling
• professional_development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees