Controller

Careers at Southland; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

cap) and immediate vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal/

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an accounting leader to oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting and payroll. The role ensures compliance with GAAP, maintains internal controls, and prepares reports for management and audits.

You will lead a team, drive process improvements, manage audits, tax filings, and support decision making with timely financial data. A bachelor’s in accounting and at least seven years of progressive accounting experience are required, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience; construction industry experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret accounting requirements and project cost definitions.
• Ability to manage and develop a team toward outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication across levels.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Provide functional, technical, and process consultation to management on financial matters.
• Establish systems for timely, accurate reporting to support job cost management and forecasting.
• Supervise and train team members, set objectives and develop talent.
• Conduct regular audits; coordinate with external auditors and address findings.
• Prepare and submit federal, state, and local tax filings; monitor tax changes.
• Make independent decisions and implement resolutions; enforce policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Project management

Process improvement

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Provides oversight of the assigned accounting functions, which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting and payroll. Responsible for the compliance with accounting standards, control/reconciliation of accounts and records, accounting reports for management, and audits.

Position Details

• Leads and directs the daily operations to ensure accuracy and integrity of accounting systems, operations and internal controls. Ensures optimization of business efficiencies through process improvements as they relate to accounting and administrative operations.
• Provides functional, technical and process consultation and/or training to management on financial matters. Researches and interprets accounting policy and make recommendations to address financial/asset security and comply with corporate policy, all state and federal laws as well a Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Establishes and implements systems to ensure timely, accurate reporting of financial and operations data and information to management to support job cost management, forecasting and effective decision making.
• Manages, trains and supervises team members to meet performance expectations. Establishes goals and objectives to enhance the professional development of team members.
• Conducts regular audits of financial records and processes to ensure accuracy and integrity. Collaborates with external auditors to provide support during audits. Serves as main point of contact and addresses any audit findings.
• Prepares and submits tax filings, including federal, state and local tax. Monitors business jurisdictions and the impact of tax legislation changes.
• Makes decisions independently, implements resolutions to decisions.
• Supervise and coach employees, communicate job expectations; plan, monitor, appraise, and review job contributions; plan and review compensation actions; and communicate and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, construction industry experience preferred.
• Ability to review, understand and interpret accounting requirements and cost of the work definition on a project by project
• basis.
• Ability to manage and develop a team; lead team to expected outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate across all levels.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects to expected outcomes.
• Systems and process orientation with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with accounting systems, construction accounting practices and Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).