Controller Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Description We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This long-term contract position offers a unique opportunity to lead and oversee a dynamic accounting team while contributing to the financial growth and operational excellence of the organization. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in accounting processes and a proven ability to manage multiple entities effectively. Must have construction accounting and project/progress billing experience.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of four accounting professionals, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cost/operations roles.
• Oversee all aspects of accounting operations, including monthly financial close, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Conduct job costing, budgeting, and inventory management to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.
• Manage the accounting functions for multiple entities, ensuring compliance and consistency across operations.
• Collaborate on hiring efforts to strengthen the accounting team and enhance operational efficiency.
• Implement and maintain robust accounting software systems to streamline processes.
• Monitor revenue streams and financial performance for entities with a combined revenue of approximately $35 million.
• Ensure accurate preparation and reporting of financial statements in adherence to industry standards.
• Provide strategic oversight to improve accounting practices and processes.
• Support construction accounting tasks, ensuring alignment with project budgets and timelines. Requirements
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in accounting and financial management.
• Proven expertise in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cost accounting functions.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, budgeting, and inventory processes.
• Experience working with accounting software systems and implementing process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage financial operations for multiple entities.
• Familiarity with construction accounting practices is highly desirable.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teams.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail in financial reporting and reconciliations.

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