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Job Description
Controller
Konik•Mooresville, NC, United States
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Compliance, Construction, Electrical, Billing, Administrative
Controller•Electrical Contractor
Mooresville, NC | Direct Hire | $85k•110k
Konik is partnering with a growing electrical contractor in the Charlotte area to add a Controller or Assistant Controller to their finance team. This is a hands-on accounting and project finance role supporting multiple facets of the business including construction project accounting, billing, payroll, and reporting. The right candidate will thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and have the opportunity to grow as thepany continues to scale.
Controller Responsibilities
Lead and support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Prepare and assist with monthly financial statements, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring.
Maintain fixed asset schedules, depreciation records, and other accounting documentation.
Review job cost reports, WIP schedules, project budgets, labor burden, equipment costs, overhead allocations, billing status, and estimated costs toplete to monitor project financial performance and margin position.
Oversee accounts receivable and billing processes, including AIA/progress billings, collections, cash application, and revenue tracking.
Manage accounts payable functions including invoice review, payment processing, proper coding, and job cost allocation.
Support payroll processing, payroll taxpliance, certified payroll reporting, and insurance/workers'pensation audits.
Identify accounting or project financial issues early and provide solutions to prevent overruns or reporting discrepancies.
Support improvements to accounting processes, reporting structure, internal controls, and overall financial visibility.
Collaborate with executives, project managers, field leadership, and vendors to ensure accurate, timely financial operations.
Controller Qualifications
Minimum 3-5 years of construction accounting experience; experience with electrical contractors or specialty subcontractors preferred.
Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, project accounting, billing, cost tracking, change orders, and labor burden.
Experience with QuickBooks required; other construction accounting software experience preferred.
Familiarity with financial reporting, Excel analysis, and interpreting financial information.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
Stronganizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Hands-on, flexible, and proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work with confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
Strongmunication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Interest and aptitude to grow into a Controller-level role over time.
Benefits
Health and dental insurance
401(k) withpany match
Paid time off and holidays
Annual performance bonuses
Opportunities for professional advancement within a growing, profitablepany
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Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.
Compensation $85k•110k