High Profile is partnering with our client, an engineering consulting firm, to identify an experienced Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting functions and ensure timely and accurate financial and project reporting. This individual will serve as a trusted, strategic advisor to the leadership team and play an important role in the company's financial operations and strategic planning.
The ideal candidate brings a high level of financial acumen, analytical thinking, and strategic planning capabilities, along with experience partnering with project managers and operational teams.
What You'll Do
Accounting & Financial Management
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Manage billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll
Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
Compile and report KPIs, financial budgets, forecasts, and industry benchmarking
Ensure compliance with tax filings, payroll reporting, and regulatory requirements
Recommend and establish financial strategies, objectives, and policies in partnership with leadership
Project & Operational Reporting
Partner with project leaders and billing teams on project and work-in-progress reporting, employee utilization, and revenue recognition
Oversee project setup, billing terms, and related reporting
Maintain overhead rate and billing rate tables
Provide project management reporting, training, and support
Oversee accounting and project management training
Maintain a strong understanding of contract management and project management reporting
External Partnerships & Compliance
Serve as the primary liaison with external CPA firms, insurance agents, retirement plan sponsors, and banking partners
Manage annual insurance renewals and workers'compensation audits
Oversee retirement plan funding and annual census preparation for testing
Culture & Environment
Full-time, in-office position
Opportunity to serve as a trusted strategic financial advisor to company leadership
Role combines financial leadership, strategic planning, and hands-on accounting responsibilities
Opportunity to influence organizational growth while maintaining strong standards of fiscal responsibility
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required
10+ years of solid accounting experience leading the full accounting function
Experience working with project managers and operations teams
Strong understanding of project management reporting and contract management
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
Strong analytical, communication, and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
CPA or CMA designation Experience within architecture, engineering, and/or construction industry highly preferred Experience with Deltek Vision and/or Vantagepoint highly preferred
Experience with HRIS and payroll systems; Paylocity is a huge plus
Familiarity with payroll tax and labor compliance requirements
Proactive approach to staying current on professional and industry practices