Controller (Brittain Electric) Position Available In Newton, Georgia

CONTROLLER

(BRITTAIN

ELECTRIC

)

Location:

Oxford, Georgia, United States
Full-time
Looking for more than just a job? MKD Electric offers rewarding careers! We provide excellent benefits, training, educational opportunities, and promote from within the company.
For over twenty years, MKD Electric has designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients’ systems, projects, and facilities with a wide range of service offerings. We focus on safety, value, and quality as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with a variety of national clients in renewables, data centers, oil and gas, food and beverage, manufacturing, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields. In January 2025 we partnered with fast growing, Georgia-based Brittain Electric, a professional electrical contractor with nearly 20 years of experience installing and servicing all types of electrical systems required for commercial and government facilities. Brittain Electric’s team of seasoned professionals are committed to offering the most reliable services and systems to meet your needs, from commercial lighting and new construction, to power distribution systems, tenant build outs, general electrical installations and more.
The Brittain Electric team is seeking a best-in-class Controller willing to roll up their sleeves and exude a passion for the field!
What you will do…
Financial Management & Reporting
Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and job cost tracking
Maintain accountability for meeting month-end close deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate close process
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses
Ensure the integrity and timeliness of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, especially related to long-term construction contracts
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and analysis related to financial operations and project accounting
Forecast and manage cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity; improve liquidity position by reducing DSO and managing vendor payment terms
Supervise cash disbursements, including vendor payments, payroll, and capital expenditures Percentage-of-Completion (POC) Accounting
Manage revenue recognition using the percentage-of-completion method
Monitor and track project budgets, costs, billings, and change orders to ensure accurate margin and revenue projections
Collaborate with project managers to assess project progress and ensure financial forecasts are up to date
Reconcile WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules and ensure accurate journal entries related to under/over billing
Help develop and maintain project budgets and forecasts in collaboration with operations teams
Other Responsibilities
Build strong relationships across departments to facilitate budget and project alignment
Coaches and mentors accounting staff, supporting their professional development
Ability to clearly explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication for reports, presentations, and team interactions.
Active listening to understand team needs and leadership objectives What you will need to succeed…
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 5-years of professional experience
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statements, percentage-of-completion accounting, and full cycle month-end close
Upholds high ethical standards and ensures transparency in financial reporting
Experience working with ERP and construction management software and QuickBooks
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong emotional intelligence (EQ) to manage interpersonal dynamics with tact and problem-solving mindset
Strong written and oral communication skills; willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with ERP system integrations is a plus Physical demands…
The physical demands described within are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to lift to 20-30 pounds independently; lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels
Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods of time What you’ll love about us…
To ensure employees are living life to the fullest, we offer a wide range of benefits to ensure a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle in the office and at home.
Medical, dental and vision insurance to support your overall well-being
Access to our Member Assistance Program, which includes free counseling sessions, financial consultations, and discounted virtual therapy
401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, plus short-term disability coverage
Paid family leave to support you during life’s important moments
Generous paid time off (PTO), and paid holidays
Learning and development opportunities
Eligibility for our company & personal performance-based bonus program
Access to our BenefitsHub, offering exclusive discounts on everyday purchases
A dynamic, collaborative start-up atmosphere with opportunities to make a real impact This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship
MKD Electric and Brittain Electric are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. MKD Electric and Brittain Electric also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based upon any of these protected categories.
Please note this job description is a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.