Controller - GE Mechanical (Vineland, NJ) at Orion Group

<p>POSITION TITLE: Controller</p> <p>FLSA STATUS: Exempt</p> <p>Reports to: Director of Finance</p> <p>Supervises: AR &amp; AP Specialist(s), Senior Accountant(s)</p> <p>POSITION OVERVIEW:</p> <p>The Controller is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records as well as the effective day-to-day operation of the Finance Department. The Controller provides hands-on leadership, manages Finance personnel, drives monthly close, oversees billing and cash flow processes, and serves as the primary operational partner to the Director of Finance.</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <p>Lead and manage the daily operations, workflow, and personnel of the Finance Department, establishing clear priorities, performance expectations, and accountability.</p> <p>Serve as the first level of escalation for Finance related operational issues and ensure timely resolution.</p> <p>Ensure invoices, payments, reconciliations, collections activities, and accounting tasks continue to move without unnecessary delays.</p> <p>Own and execute a 5-business day monthly close including general ledger and intercompany reconciliations, while ensuring accuracy and consistency. Assist with preparation of monthly reporting package.</p> <p>Prepare, review and analyze financial statements, including P&amp;L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement and Work in Progress.</p> <p>Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, including proper revenue recognition for percentage of completion projects and service agreements.</p> <p>Own open work order WIP, ensuring timely processing, accurate job costing and review of profitability.</p> <p>Review branch financial results and investigate variances and key drivers.</p> <p>Ensure billing issues requiring Operations involvement are escalated and resolved promptly.</p> <p>Own the accounts receivable and collections process, including daily cash receipts, timely application of customer payments, monitoring of aged receivables, and collection issues</p> <p>Monitor daily and weekly cash activity and partner with the Director of Finance on cash forecasting and working capital management.</p> <p>Monitor and maintain bid contracts for renewals, expirations and rate changes.</p> <p>Complete multi-jurisdictional sales tax reconciliation and prepare filings.</p> <p>Assist with budgeting and forecasting.</p> <p>Take ownership of special projects and other initiatives as assigned.</p> <p>Support senior management with financial insights into business growth and respond to ad hoc financial data requests.</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education/Experience:</p> <p>5+ years of experience in&nbsp;construction accounting or similar role</p> <p>Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Construction/Mechanical/Service industry experience highly preferred; particularly experience with WIP, Percentage of Completion/Revenue Recognition, Job Costing, Change Orders and Project/Service Billing</p> <p>Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational skills</p> <p>High attention to detail, problem solving mindset and ability to work under pressure</p> <p>Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills</p> <p>Proficiency in the use of MS Office, Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills</p> <p>Experience with ERP systems and financial software; Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred</p> <p>Ability to work as a team player</p>