Corporate Controller

Argus Companies•Overland Park, KS

3h•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Corporate Controller with experience operating within a holding company and its subsidiaries - someone who thrives in complexity and enjoys building structure in a multi-entity environment. This is a leadership role with the opportunity to directly shape how accounting functions across the organization. The ideal candidate comes from an engineering or technical services background, understands project-driven accounting, and is comfortable taking a hands-on approach. You’ll be responsible for designing and refining processes, establishing controls, and driving consistent, scalable accounting operations across multiple companies

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Minimum of 10 years account experience, preferably within an engineering or technical industry
Proven experience in multi-company/holding company environments
Strong understanding of GAAP, budgeting, cost control, and financial regulations
Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on accounting work (journal entries, payroll, expenses, consolidations)
Experience developing processes, controls, and procedures from the ground up
Strong aptitude for financial operations, personnel management, and business operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint
Experience with Concur
Familiarity with FAR requirements and overhead audits

Responsibilities

Lead coordination, implementation, and optimization of accounting software
Develop workflows, manage system upgrades, and implement new modules as needed
Direct the monthly close process across all entities
Handle billing, time recording, accruals, depreciation, and reconciliations
Ensure GAAP and FAR compliance for all accounting entries
Develop and maintain depreciation and amortization schedules
Perform and review multi-company consolidations
Oversee invoice processing, vendor management, tax reporting requirements, and payments
Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with all payroll regulations
Work closely with third party payroll vendor
Direct and manage Concur implementation and usage
Process expenses and invoices for approval and payment
Establish and document accounting procedures and internal controls
Ensure audit readiness with the goal of clean audits and no material deficiencies
Oversee annual financial audits, 401(k) plan audit, and FAR overhead audits
Prepare and post adjusting journal entries as needed
Oversee preparation and distribution of monthly financial statements
Monitor financials and investigate discrepancies
Manage daily cash flow, intercompany transfers, and lines of credit
Oversee banking relationships, credit card programs, and bank reconciliations
Manage tax reporting and payments across all jurisdictions
Coordinate with plan administrators and ensure accurate payroll processing and employee enrollment
Manage, hire, and develop/train accounting staff as the department grows