Divisional Controller

CoolSys

107d • $170,000 - $190,000

About The Position

The Divisional Controller will lead the division’s accounting and finance team across multiple business entities; the maintenance of a system of accounting records; the design, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive controls; consistent and timely reporting of monthly results and metrics; and forecasting/budgeting for the division. Ideal candidates will have a proven accounting background in the construction/service industry and experience in percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting. Additionally, candidates will possess superior management skills, and proven ability to build and develop customer service-oriented accounting and administrative teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA license.
• Big 4 experience preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a Supervisory or Leadership capacity.
• 3+ years of construction or service industry experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, especially in the application of percentage of completion accounting and compliance under ASC 606.
• Demonstrated process improvement accomplishments.
• Experience in conducting the month-end close process, which includes the preparation of journal entries, reconciling various balance sheet accounts including intercompany reconciliations, maintaining the fixed assets module, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Proficient knowledge in the areas of Payroll, AR, AP, Project Accounting, Inventory, Cash Flow management and forecasting, and a solid understanding of Percentage of Completion accounting.
• Comfortable interacting with a variety of skill levels with a demonstrated ability to lead through influence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with strong Excel skills, and ability to use typical business tools including ERP systems.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational/prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task with close attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure & meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, technical, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships at all levels and across functions of the organization including the ability to interact with senior management and entrepreneur business leaders.
• Ability to apply good judgement and discretion.
• Possess a high level of personal integrity, a strong work ethic, and a steady demeanor.
• Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws.
• Ability to use typical business tools including E-Mail, Word, Excel, etc.

Responsibilities

• Direct the monthly close process, ensuring timely completion and accuracy of account reconciliations and journal entries in compliance with US GAAP.
• Drive standardization in accounting policies and practices.
• Ensure revenue is properly recognized under, and complies with, the requirements in FASB ASC 606.
• Ensure project accounting and Percentage of Completion schedules are complete, accurate and updated timely.
• Lead the implementation of accounting and process changes by providing training, documentation, and support to local accounting teams.
• Manage the external audit process for the division.
• Prepare monthly financial statements on a timely basis.
• Prepare financial reports and track against budgets and forecasts.
• Collect, consolidate, and analyze financial data. Support management in analyzing financial results and delivering monthly management discussion & analysis reports.
• Oversee the division’s billing, credit & collections, accounts payable, cash disbursements, inventory, fixed assets, payroll, general & project accounting for the division.
• Assist in the preparation of weekly, monthly and quarterly cash forecasts, including analysis of receipts and disbursements and variance analysis.
• Provide financial analysis to evaluate projects, programs, capital expenditures, project margin, etc. when necessary.
• Coordinate transition of any new acquired entities toward successful integration into CoolSys with both Director of Operations Integration, Director of Accounting Integration and any outside advisors.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements.
• Oversee the division’s accounting teams to guide financial decisions, establish, monitor, and enforce accounting policies and procedures, and maintain a system of controls.
• Develop accounting and financial staff through coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Interface with customers and vendors to create alliances for best practices in daily operations.
• Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay from $170-190K+ depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(K) match
• Life insurance, AD&D and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities available nationwide
• Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees