Controller

Jobot

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 170,000

Full time

1 hour ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus
Full benefits
401k match
Generous PTO
Sick pay
Holidays paid
Competitive compensation
Career stability
Fun working environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Controller to join our construction-focused finance team in California. You will oversee corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budgets, forecasts, and internal controls, partnering with management to drive strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in accounting/finance, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with QuickBooks; a CPA is a plus. This role offers full benefits, a 401(k) match, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance; Master’s or CPA a plus.
  • 5+ years of overall accounting/finance experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation.
  • Develop and implement financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements.
  • Manage local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
  • Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
  • Coordinate regulatory reporting preparation.
  • Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Ensure quality control over financial transactions and reporting.
  • Manage invested assets according to policies and investment guidelines.
  • Review month-end closing activities including GL maintenance and reconciliations.
  • Enhance and implement financial systems, processes, tools and controls.
  • Serve as a key contact for external auditors; manage audits.

Skills

Financial management
Budgeting
Forecasting
Regulatory reporting
Internal controls
Audit coordination
Financial analysis
Leadership
Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
Master’s degree or CPA would be a plus

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Construction Company looking for Controller

Salary: $125,000 - $170,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a General Contractor in CA working n ground up builds, Tennant improvements and Renovations

Why join us?
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Fun Working environment
  • Career Stability
  • Full Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental)
  • 401k Match
  • Generous PTO
  • Sick Pay
  • Holidays Paid
Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Permanent Controller to join our dynamic team in the Construction Industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as the development of internal control policies and procedures. This position plays a critical role in strategic decision-making and operations as it provides financial oversight and guidance to the management team.

Responsibilities:
  1. Oversee all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation.
  2. Develop and implement financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements.
  3. Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  4. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
  5. Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
  6. Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
  7. Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
  8. Support month-end and year-end close processes.
  9. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
  10. Manage and track the performance of invested assets in keeping with policies and investment guidelines.
  11. Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations and corporate/overhead cost allocation.
  12. Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems.
  13. Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits.
Qualifications:
  1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field. A Master’s degree or CPA would be considered a plus.
  2. Proven working experience as a Financial Controller with 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience.
  3. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
  4. Experience with creating financial statements and general ledger functions.
  5. Excellent accounting software user administration skills, with proficiency in QuickBooks.
  6. Strong understanding of WIP schedules, budgeting, cost control, financial analysis, financial reporting, project management, risk management, forecasting, contract management, and performance management.
  7. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  8. Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of management, staff, external auditors, and other stakeholders.
  9. Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence – ability to motivate staff.
  10. Excellent interpersonal and team management skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in the construction industry. If you have a strong financial background and are looking to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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