Business Unit Controller

Tutor Perini•Menlo Park, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Rudolph & Sletten, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking to hire a Business Unit Controller to join our office in Menlo Park, 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.

Requirements

BA degree in Finance or Accounting is required, CPA preferred but not required.
8+ 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.

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.