Controller

CFS; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS, established and growing commercial building contractor and manufacturer near Norwell, MA, seeks a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations.

You will oversee general ledger, financial reporting, WIP schedules, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, payroll, AP/AR for ~70 employees, with a small staff to support you. This role is in-office with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and 5+ years' experience in the construction or contracting space.
• Experience processing union payroll.
• Proficiency with Excel and construction-related ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger maintenance and reporting.
• Prepare financial statements and WIP schedules.
• Cash flow forecasting and budgeting.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and union payroll for ~70 employees.
• Coordinate audits with external CPA firm.

Skills

Union payroll

Excel

ERP systems

Workflow efficiencies

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Construction ERP systems

Job description

Established and growing commercial building contractor and manufacturer is hiring a Controller. This is an in-office work schedule near Norwell, MA

Salary $120-$140K + comprehensive employee benefits

About The Controller Role

• established and growing specialized construction fabricator is enhancing its accounting team due to continuous growth.
• in this position you will oversee general ledger maintenance and reporting, financial statement preparation, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and union payroll for approximately 70 employees from a hands-on perspective, with the support of a small accounting staff to develop and manage.
• prepare sales and use tax returns, maintain insurance bonds and pay union dues
• Facilitate banking and vendor relationships and coordinate audits in cooperation with an external CPA firm

Why Work Here As a Controller

• This organization employs leading edge technology for its operations, manufacturing and financial reporting.
• Ongoing staff development, training and education.
• brand new, state-of-the-art office facility with ample free parking.
• the company is extremely profitable, has a specialized niche in the construction space and few competitors

Qualifications Of The Controller

• undergraduate degree and 5+ years' experience in the construction or contracting space
• experience processing union payroll
• proficiency with Excel and construction-related ERP systems
• tech savvy, with a hands-on perspective and an aptitude for creating workflow efficiencies

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