Controller

Aston Carter•Madison, WI

13d•$44 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller oversees the full spectrum of accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and support for insurance and employee benefit programs. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, producing timely financial statements, and providing strategic insight to support business growth in a close-knit, onsite office environment.

Requirements

Construction industry or similar highly preferred. Will be handling full cycle accounting.
Strong knowledge in accounts payable and accounts receivable, with hands-on experience managing AP/AR processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft programs, including strong technical skills using Microsoft Excel.
Experience with QuickBooks and bookkeeping, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Demonstrated leadership skills with a proactive and strategic approach to maintaining and advancing business operations.
Professional attitude and demeanor, with the ability to interact effectively with internal staff and external partners.
Ability to work as a team player in a small, close-knit office environment.
Comfort with wearing many hats and taking on varied responsibilities in a growing company.

Nice To Haves

Experience in office management or administrative support within an accounting or finance environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in handling multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to analyze financial data and provide clear, concise reporting to support decision-making.
Willingness to adapt to evolving processes and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Responsibilities

Perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Complete daily accounts receivable tasks and reconcile bank activity to maintain up-to-date cash and receivables information.
Prepare and post month-end journal entries in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
Conduct monthly inventory reconciliations and verify inventory balances for financial reporting.
Produce monthly and quarterly financial statements, including supporting schedules and analyses.
Oversee all accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate transaction processing.
Manage collection of aged receivables, including follow-up with customers and documentation of collection efforts.
Review all payable invoices for accuracy and proper documentation before entry into the accounting system.
Create weekly forecasts of accounts payable and accounts receivable to support cash flow planning and decision-making.
Create and assign job numbers to all projects, ensuring proper tracking of project-related costs and revenues.
Prepare invoices for all projects and track milestone invoices and payments to ensure timely billing and collection.
Prepare emergency cost write-ups for review prior to generating invoices for emergency jobs, ensuring accurate and complete billing.
Manage business insurance matters, including maintaining coverage information and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
Support administration of employee benefits plans and related documentation as part of the broader administrative function.
Collaborate with office staff and leadership to support a growing business, taking on varied responsibilities as needed.