Controller

christmanco; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Constructors, Inc. in Lansing, Michigan is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the accounting function and ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple entities. The role emphasizes internal controls, cash management, and collaboration with external CPAs for tax and audits.

The ideal candidate has a CPA/CCIFP preferred with 10+ years of experience in accounting/finance, and a track record of developing teams within a construction or project-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum ten (10) years' experience in the accounting and finance sector.
• -or- Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.
• Master's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting.
• Four (4) years' experience managing direct reports within an Accounting Department and the accounting and finance process.
• Three (3) years' experience working as a Controller, preferably in the construction industry.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains financial controls for the company's resources and collaborates with AP/AR and Contracts.
• Completes company and state-specific tasks and reporting as required.
• Prepares work papers supporting annual tax returns and the monthly close process.
• Mentors and develops accounting staff, enabling career advancement and optimal staff utilization.
• Coordinates annual tax return and annual audit with outside CPA firms.
• Reviews monthly close activities and analyzes operating results for accuracy.
• Prepares monthly financial statements and cash projections to manage balances.
• Supervises accounts payable processing for multiple entities and allocates costs.
• Maintains fixed asset records and internal controls; ensures timely reporting.
• Produces quarterly business unit reports with revenue, cash flow, and expense analyses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Service orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's Degree in Business Administration (Accounting)

Job description

Christman Constructors, Inc. Job Description

Build More with Your Career at Christman Constructors, Inc.

With projects throughout the Midwest, Christman Constructors, Inc. (CCI) is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We're searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. CCI is looking for a Controller in our Lansing, Michigan region!

What You Will Do:

• Establishes and maintains financial controls to secure the company's financial resources. Understands and assist with other functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Contracts.
• Completes company and state specific tasks and reporting, as required.
• Prepares work papers supporting the completion of annual tax returns.
• Mentors and develops accounting team members, providing ample opportunity for career advancement and satisfaction while ensuring maximum utilization of staff and their talents.
• Coordinates the preparation of annual tax return with outside CPA firm, and the annual audit with outside CPAs.
• Reviews the processing of journal entries required to reflect monthly activity.
• Prepares work papers supporting the monthly close process and month end balances.
• Reviews monthly accounting close process including analytical review of the monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records are maintained.
• Prepares monthly financial statements.
• Performs cash projections to effectively manage cash balances and maximize the return on any excess cash balances.
• Prepares monthly work in process report and ability to accurately project year-end figures for total revenue and gross profit.
• Supervises accounts payable processing for assigned companies. This includes payables and allocations of costs incurred on behalf of multiple entities.
• Maintains fixed asset records. Implements, documents, and maintains adequate and effective internal controls.
• Implements, documents, and maintains adequate and effective processes to improve the close and reporting cycles to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Produces accurate financial information in a timely manner.
• Conducts proper analytical review of the asset operations from a balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow perspective as well as an overall business perspective.
• Prepares monthly financial management reports for leadership, along with appropriate analysis and recommendations for any corrective actions needed.
• Prepares quarterly business unit reports providing analysis of revenue, cash flow, G&A expenses, and staff utilization.
• Leads staff on all sales/use tax, workers comp, CGL, and other audits as needed.

Expected Hours of Work: This position regularly requires flexibility in adapting to deadlines, changing schedules, priorities and unpredictable events. Occasional unscheduled after hours support is required.

Travel : Must have reliable transportation. Travel is limited and primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require more out-of-area and overnight travel.

What You Will Bring to the Team

Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum ten (10) years' experience in the accounting and finance sector.
• -or- Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.

Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Master's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting.
• Four (4) years' experience managing direct reports within an Accounting Department and the accounting and finance process.
• Three (3) years' experience working as a Controller, preferably in the construction industry.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Proven ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, and handle, update, and maintain sensitive information in a confidential, timely, and professional manner.
• High level of accuracy and advanced attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
• Employ problem-solving skills and analysis and report problems.
• Strong service orientation and knowledge of the project structure in a client/consultant business environment.
• The Christman family of companies is an Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer