Controller

Southland Industries•Phoenix, AZ

16d

About The Position

The Controller oversees assigned accounting functions, which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting, and payroll. The role is responsible for compliance with accounting standards, account and record controls and reconciliations, management accounting reports, and audits. The Controller leads daily operations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting systems, operations, and internal controls, and improves business efficiency through accounting and administrative process improvements. The role provides financial consultation and training to management, interprets accounting policies and applicable requirements, and establishes systems for timely, accurate reporting that supports job-cost management, forecasting, and decision-making. The Controller manages, trains, and supervises team members; sets development goals; conducts financial audits; works with external auditors and addresses audit findings; and prepares federal, state, and local tax filings while monitoring the effects of tax legislation. The position makes decisions independently and manages employee performance, expectations, development, and adherence to policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
Ability to review, understand, and interpret accounting requirements and project-specific cost-of-work definitions.
Ability to manage and develop a team and lead it to expected outcomes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate across all levels.
Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects to expected outcomes.
Systems- and process-oriented, with a focus on quality and efficiency.
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with accounting systems, construction accounting practices, and Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Construction industry experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and direct daily accounting operations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting systems, operations, and internal controls.
Improve business efficiency through process improvements in accounting and administrative operations.
Provide financial consultation, technical and process guidance, and training to management.
Research and interpret accounting policy and recommend actions that address financial and asset security and comply with corporate policy, applicable laws, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Establish systems for timely and accurate financial and operational reporting to support job-cost management, forecasting, and decision-making.
Manage, train, supervise, and coach team members; set goals and objectives for their professional development.
Conduct regular audits of financial records and processes, collaborate with external auditors, and address audit findings as the main point of contact.
Prepare and submit federal, state, and local tax filings and monitor the impact of tax legislation across business jurisdictions.
Make decisions independently and implement resolutions.
Communicate job expectations; plan, monitor, appraise, and review employee contributions; plan and review compensation actions; and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.