Controller

Smith Arnold Partners; Connecticut; On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners seeks an experienced Controller to lead project accounting, ensuring GAAP-compliant financial reporting and strong controls. You will oversee GL, AP/AR, budgeting, and forecasting while guiding the accounting team through complex, project-based work.

The role requires 10+ years in finance, CPA/MBA a plus, and the ability to communicate results to executives. On-site operations in the Greater Hartford area offer collaboration with operations to drive financial accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA and/or MBA a plus.
• 10+ years of finance and accounting experience in engineering, construction, professional services, or another project-based business.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Strong expertise in project accounting, revenue recognition, WIP, forecasting, and working-capital management.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP, tax, and financial regulations.
• Proficiency with ERP or project accounting systems and financial modeling.
• Track record of leading finance operations in a growing organization.
• Ability to communicate financial results clearly to non-financial executives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP, costs in excess of billings, accruals, billing, and project closeout
• Prepare accurate, timely GAAP financial statements
• Oversee the general ledger, AP, AR, and payroll
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, and analyze variances against plan
• Provide financial analysis on project performance, pricing, capital requests, and contracts
• Ensure tax and regulatory compliance, including debt covenant compliance
• Coordinate internal and external audits and resolve findings
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls
• Manage daily cash, cash flow reporting, working capital, and debt servicing
• Lead and develop the accounting team and supervise subsidiary accounting
• Partner with operations leaders to strengthen financial accountability

Skills

ERP / project accounting systems

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Communicate financial results

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA a plus

Tools

ERP systems

Financial modeling

Job description

Join a highly respected and growing professional services organization with a decades-long track record of success, the company has expanded its capabilities, geographic footprint, and industry influence through strategic growth and continuous innovation. It has been trusted to deliver numerous large-scale, high-visibility projects involving complex engineering infrastructure, and community-focused initiatives, earning a reputation for tackling challenging assignments that create lasting impact across the regions it serves. Its continued growth, technical expertise, and involvement in landmark projects have positioned it as a recognized leader within its field.

What are people saying about this company?

• Strong collaborative culture and growth opportunities
• Good work-life balance and flexibility
• Team Enviornment / Diverse Projects to work

Title: Controller

Location: Greater Hartford area / on-site

Salary: $125,000 – $150,000 + Bonus

Benefits: Medical / Dental / Vision / PTO and more

Responsibilities

• Oversee project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP, costs in excess of billings, accruals, billing, and project closeout
• Prepare accurate, timely GAAP financial statements
• Oversee the general ledger, AP, AR, and payroll
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, and analyze variances against plan
• Provide financial analysis on project performance, pricing, capital requests, and contracts
• Ensure tax and regulatory compliance, including debt covenant compliance
• Coordinate internal and external audits and resolve findings
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls
• Manage daily cash, cash flow reporting, working capital, and debt servicing
• Lead and develop the accounting team and supervise subsidiary accounting
• Partner with operations leaders to strengthen financial accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA and/or MBA a plus
• 10+ years of finance and accounting experience in engineering, construction, professional services, or another project-based business
• 5+ years of management experience
• Strong expertise in project accounting, revenue recognition, WIP, forecasting, and working-capital management
• Solid knowledge of GAAP, tax, and financial regulations
• Proficiency with ERP or project accounting systems and financial modeling
• Track record of leading finance operations in a growing organization
• Ability to communicate financial results clearly to non-financial executives