Controller

Haddad Plumbing & Heating Inc.

Newark (NJ)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 140,000

Full time

41 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Haddad Plumbing & Heating Inc. in Newark, NJ seeks a Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations.

The role leads AP, AR, payroll, bank and credit card reconciliations, and reporting, working closely with the CFO to optimize financial performance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 7+ years of experience in job costing and project accounting, strong internal controls, and proficiency with Sage 100 Contractor and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

7+ years of related experience in accounting and finance.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
Strong understanding of job costing and project-based accounting.
Solid knowledge of internal controls and accounting guidelines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software; experience with Sage 100 Contractor preferred.
Experience in Construction, Plumbing, HVAC or other skilled trades preferred.
A proven record of improving financial results.

Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations.
Lead month-end and year-end close and coordinate with outside accountants.
Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analyses for projects.
Manage collections, billing (service and AIA), and vendor payments.
Provide financial reports and profitability insights to management.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Job costing

Internal controls

Sage 100 Contractor

Financial reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage 100 Contractor

Job description

Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. is seeking a Controller to join our team at our headquarters in Newark, New Jersey. The Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations of the organization. This role will lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and payroll functions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional mathematical aptitude, organizational capability, and written and verbal communication skills. The Controller will work in close partnership with the CFO to ensure effective management of all financial aspects of the company.

Responsibilities

Oversee All Accounting Functions Including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Bank Reconciliationsand CreditCard Reconciliations
Ensure All Receiving is Done Correctly byPurchasingtoAid Finance in Precise Job Costing
Prepare Budgets and Forecasts for Each Project
Prepare andAssist Outside Accountant in Timely and Accurate Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Financial Statements
Manage Month-End and Year-End Close Out Process for Bank Accounts, Credit Cards, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Ensure all Vendor Accounts are Properly Maintained and Accurately Reconciled Weekly and Monthly
Analyze Financial Results and Provide Management with Reports on Profitability,Marginsand Cost Controls
Prepare Cash Flow Forecasts and Manage Working Capital
Manage Accounts Receivable Collections to Ensure Timely Collection of Receivables
Ensure All Billing (Both Service and AIA Billing) is Sent Timely to Customers
Work with Vendors to Ensure Timely Payment andNo AccountHolds
Manage Cash Flow to Ensure Project Funds are Allocated to the Proper Vendors for the Job Material

Job Costing and Project Accounting

Monitor Job Costing for Service and Project Work, Including Labor, Materials, Equipment and Subcontractors
Review Work-in Progress (WIP) Schedules and Percentage-of-Completion Reporting
IdentifyAreaswithOver Budget Costs and Billing Issues
Work with Operations and Project Managers to Properly PrepareAccurateMonthly Job Requisitions for Billing

Budgeting and Forecasting

Lead andPrepare Annual Budgeting and Periodic Forecasting Processes for Review with Management
Track Actual Results Versus Budget and Present to Management with Explanation
Provide Management with Pricing Support for Labor Rate Analysis and Overhead Allocation
Ensure Proper Monthly Budgeting to allocate for Payroll, Overhead and Vendor Expenses

Compliance and Control

Ensure Compliance with Tax Requirements
Work Closely and Coordinate with Outside Accounting Firm to Maintain Accurate Books and Records and for Quarterly and Annual Financial Reports
Maintain strong Internal Controls and Processes for Finance Team
Work with OutsideAuditorsas Necessary
Ensure Jobs are Properly Set UpInSage
Ensure All Lien Waivers and Project Specific Documents are Properly Uploaded or Sent to Client for Payment Release

Payroll and Labor Cost Oversight

Oversee Payroll Processing
Ensure Accurate Labor Allocation to Jobs and Departments
Monitor Overtime, Burden Rates and Labor Efficiency

System and Process Improvement

Manage and Optimize Accounting and Job-Cost System (Sage 100 Contractor)
Improve Financial Processes, ReportingAutomationand Internal Workflows
Draft and Prepare a Standard Operating Procedure Book for All Processes of the Finance Department
Support System Integrations Between Accounting, Field Operations and Billing

Leadership and Collaboration

Supervise and Train Accounting Staff, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Finance Manager
Serve as Financial PartnertoOwnership, Operations and Project Management Teams
Provide Financial Guidance to All Areas of the Company

Requirements