Regional Controller

RailWorks•Houston, TX

6d•$170,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Controller – East acts as the financial liaison between the corporate accounting department and field operations for the Track and Transit Construction group to ensure compliance with accounting, payroll and personnel policies, procedures, requirements, and guidelines. Manages the staff and processes for the regional finance team, directly overseeing division Controllers, and their support staff. Manages financial and accounting functions for the region, ensures that accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles, and that internal policies and controls are followed. A major function of this position is hands-on involvement in the full cycle of new projects, from the bidding stage to project completion. This role follows a hybrid schedule requiring a regular, designated presence in the local office, combined with partial remote work flexibility and up to 25% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA a plus
A minimum of 7 years senior-level finance or accounting experience
North American cross border experience preferred
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
Knowledge of federal, state, and local financial regulations
Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred
General knowledge of HR practices and laws
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting
Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity
Ability to effectively train and manage staff
Ability to manage multiple projects within tight timeframes
Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work remotely with managers and staff in various locations
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills

Nice To Haves

CPA a plus
North American cross border experience preferred
Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred

Responsibilities

Acts as subject matter expert for site accounting and accounting-related issues.
Prepares and/or oversees the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and periodic accounting and financial information including variance reports, budgets, financial statements, and forecasts.
Ensures integrity of financial records by maintaining a strong internal control environment in compliance with Company policies, GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley; provides feedback of any corrective action required.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements; prepares and/or oversees preparation of reports to government and regulatory agencies.
Prepares analyses for and acts as liaison with internal and external auditors.
Manages month-end close process.
Manages site implementation of corporate accounting-related initiatives.
Leads the preparation of the annual operating budget for the Eastern Region.
Evaluates and recommends changes to accounting and accounting-related policies, procedures, practices, and methods.
Leads the regional interview process.
Performs annual staff performance evaluations.
Trains and supports staff in a variety of areas, including policies and procedures, payroll activities, AP, AR, job costs and HR.
Prepares ad hoc reports and works on special projects as requested.