Assistant Controller - Path to Controller (Engineering)

WESTLAKE CONSULTANTS INC; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Consultants Inc. in Tigard, Oregon seeks an Assistant Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, payroll, Prevailing Wage, billing, and bank reconciliations, while supporting the CFO and leadership team with accurate financial reporting.

You will help maintain the general ledger, oversee billing coordination with project managers, strengthen internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance for a growing civil engineering and surveying firm.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• 3-6 years of accounting experience, preferably in architecture, engineering, or construction or other project-based services.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting systems.
• Experience with payroll and certified payroll/prevailing wage reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-moving, small-team environment.
• Proven experience in financial management, operations optimization, and process improvement.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
• Skilled at problem solving and decision-making; proactive and resourceful.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, payroll, Prevailing Wage, billing, and bank reconciliations.
• Support month end and year end close processes to ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and ensure accurate, organized financial records.
• Assist CFO to oversee and support the billing staff; work with Project Managers on billing, contracts, and client communication.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls suitable for a small business environment.
• Ensure compliance with state/local regulations, including payroll tax, business licensing, and consultant contracts.
• Manage out-of-state work requirements; oversee professional and technical registration compliance.
• Train as backup to all positions in Administration Department when needed.

Skills

Excel

Accounting systems

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Task management

Leadership and communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CMA certification (preferred)

Tools

Deltek Vantage Point

Excel

Job description

Westlake Consultants Inc. in Tigard, Oregon seeks an Assistant Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, payroll, Prevailing Wage, billing, and bank reconciliations, while supporting the CFO and leadership team with accurate financial reporting.

You will help maintain the general ledger, oversee billing coordination with project managers, strengthen internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance for a growing civil engineering and surveying firm.