Controller ( Full-Time ) New York City, NY - DK

Central Business Solutions•New York City, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to join our team in New York City. This full-time position will be responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, managing financial planning and strategy, and supporting project financial management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and financial management, with recent experience in the architecture, engineering, or design industry. Hands-on experience with Ajera is mandatory. This role requires excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of accounting and financial management experience.
Recent experience working within an architecture, engineering, or design firm is required.
Hands-on experience with Ajera is mandatory.
Strong knowledge of financial statements, general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end close, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, and project/job cost accounting.
Strong understanding of accounting systems and financial software.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and administrative skills.
Strong analytical ability with excellent attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Comfortable learning and utilizing new technology and software platforms.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification highly preferred.
Current or recent Controller-level experience within an architecture or design firm.
Strong familiarity with professional services/project-based accounting.
Experience using Ajera for project accounting, billing, and reporting.
Ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Prepare and manage annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analyses.
Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations for improvement.
Oversee all accounting operations, including: Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), Billing, Revenue Recognition, Cost Accounting, General Ledger Management.
Manage payroll processes and ensure accurate employee compensation reporting.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Lead month-end and year-end closing activities.
Conduct internal financial reviews and support external audit processes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.
Prepare required regulatory reports and financial filings.
Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
Advise leadership on financial strategy, business planning, and regulatory updates.
Support long-term financial planning and organizational growth initiatives.
Partner with Project Managers, Architects, and Interior Designers to support project financial management.
Track project costs and profitability.
Prepare monthly client progress billings.
Generate detailed job cost reports and project financial analyses.
Monitor project budgets, expenses, and financial performance.
Provide additional financial reporting and analysis as requested by leadership.