Controller

DFW Consulting Group Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DFW Consulting Group Inc. in Irving, TX seeks an experienced Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting, month-end closes, and project reporting. You will advise leadership, manage payroll, AR/AP, and KPI reporting, and coordinate with external CPA firms.

The role requires strong Excel skills, expertise in project management reporting, and knowledge of contract management. This is a full-time on-site position based in our Irving office, with responsibility for regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required.
• CPA or CMA designation preferred.
• 10 years’ minimum relevant experience.
• Prior experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant or similar role.
• Experience working with Project Managers and Operations Teams.
• Payroll Administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Recommends and establishes company economic strategies, objectives, and policies with the leadership team.
• Monthly, quarterly and year-end close out.
• Compile and report KPI’s, financial budgets, forecasts and industry benchmarking.
• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and balance sheet accounts.
• Coordinate with Directors/Billers on project and WIP reporting, employee utilization and revenue recognition.
• Ensure compliance with tax filings, payroll reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as primary liaison with external CPA firms, insurance agents, 401(k) sponsors and bankers.
• Oversee Project Setup, Billing Terms and reporting.
• Annual Insurance renewals and Workers’ Comp audit.
• 401k funding and annual census preparation for testing.
• Overhead Rate and Billing Rate tables.
• Project Management reporting, training and support.
• Oversee Accounting and Project Management training

Skills

Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint

HRIS Payroll systems

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

A/E/C Industry knowledge

Project management reporting

Contract Management

Professional/industry practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Deltek Vision

Vantagepoint

Job description

Description

The Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting functions, ensure timely and accurate financial and project reporting, serving as a trusted advisor to the leadership team. This position is for a full-time position in our Irving, Tx office.

Responsibilities:

• - Recommends and establishes company economic strategies, objectives, and policies with the leadership team
• - Monthly, quarterly and year-end close out
• - Compile and report KPI’s, financial budgets, forecasts and industry benchmarking
• - Oversee billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll
• - Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and balance sheet accounts
• - Coordinate with Directors/Billers on project and WIP reporting, employee utilization and revenue recognition
• - Ensure compliance with tax filings, payroll reporting and regulatory requirements
• - Serve as primary liaison with external CPA firms, insurance agents, 401(k) sponsors and bankers
• - Oversee Project Setup, Billing Terms and reporting
• - Annual Insurance renewals and Workers’ Comp audit
• - 401k funding and annual census preparation for testing
• - Overhead Rate and Billing Rate tables
• - Project Management reporting, training and support
• - Oversee Accounting and Project Management training

Looking for excellent strategic planning capabilities combined with a high level of financial acumen and analytical thinking. Join us as we shape the future through innovative financial leadership! This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence organizational growth while maintaining rigorous standards of fiscal responsibility—empowering you to make a meaningful impact every day!

Requirements

Skills:

• - Proficiency in Deltek Vision and/or Vantagepoint strongly preferred, but not compulsory
• - Proficiency in HRIS Payroll systems and familiar with the payroll tax/ labor compliance requirements
• - High level of competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams
• - Strong analytical, communication and trouble-shooting skills
• - Experience in the A/E/C Industry preferred but not mandatory
• - Strong understanding of project management reporting
• - Possess a strong understanding of Contract Management
• - Proactive in keeping up to date on professional and industry practices

Qualifications:

• - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required
• - Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred
• - 10 years’ minimum relevant experience
• - Prior experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant or similar role
• - Experience working with Project Managers and Operations Teams
• - Payroll Administration experience