Controller

Jobot; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time

Health Insurance/ Dental / Vision

401k program with match

Job summary

Jobot in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Permanent Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations. You will manage billing, A/R, A/P, GL, cost accounting, inventory, and revenue recognition, while coordinating budgets, forecasts, and monthly financial statements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, at least 5 years in a similar role, GAAP expertise, and experience in construction accounting with QuickBooks or similar software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years experience as Assistant Controller or similar role.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Hands-on with accounting software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist CFO in managing all accounting operations: Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Coordinate and direct preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variances.
• Publish timely monthly financial statements.
• Own treasury functions and cash management.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and reporting.
• Meet local, state, and federal reporting and tax filings.
• Develop and document business processes and policies to strengthen controls.
• Perform other controller duties as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Financial analysis

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or professional certification (a plus)

Tools

Excel (Advanced; VLOOKUPs & Pivot Tables)

QuickBooks or similar accounting software

Job description

Job details

Leading Civil Construction Company

Hosted by: Milan Kacar

Salary: $180,000 - $210,000 per year

A bit about us

Leading Civil Construction company

Why join us?

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• Health Insurance/ Dental / Vision
• 401k program with match

Responsibilities

• Assisting the CFO in managing all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget, financial forecasts, and report variances.
• Preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements.
• Owning the treasury function
• Researching technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Supporting month-end and year-end close process.
• Ensuring quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Additional controller duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• To be considered for the role of Permanent Assistant Controller, candidates must meet the following qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven work experience as an Assistant Controller or other similar role for a minimum of 5 years.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience in the construction industry is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software.
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
• Familiarity with construction accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
• Excellent accounting and financial skills along with the ability to analyze figures and knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Professional certification (e.g. CPA) is a plus.

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