Controller

Jobot; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Yearly bonus

Full benefits

401k match

Generous PTO

Sick pay

Holidays paid

Career stability

Fun working environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Controller for a CA-based construction company. The role oversees financial management, reporting, budgeting, and internal controls to guide strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a financial controller, solid accounting principles knowledge, and proficiency in QuickBooks. Competitive pay, full benefits, and a yearly bonus are offered in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; Master’s or CPA a plus.
• 5+ years as Financial Controller or equivalent in finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience in creating financial statements and GL functions.
• Proficient with accounting software, especially QuickBooks.
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial management including corporate accounting and reporting.
• Develop financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staffing needs.
• Ensure regulatory and tax filings meet requirements.
• Document and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and coordinate regulatory reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end close and audits.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost Control

Project Management

Risk Management

Contract Management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree or CPA

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Job details:

Construction Company looking for Controller

This Jobot Job is hosted by: John Erwin

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. 1. Oversee all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation.
2. 2. Develop and implement financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements.
3. 3. Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
4. 4. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
5. 5. Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
6. 6. Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
7. 7. Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
8. 8. Support month-end and year-end close processes.
9. 9. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
10. 10. Manage and track the performance of invested assets in keeping with policies and investment guidelines.
11. 11. Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations and corporate/overhead cost allocation.
12. 12. Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems.
13. 13. Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits.

Qualifications

1. 1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field. A Master’s degree or CPA would be considered a plus.
2. 2. Proven working experience as a Financial Controller with 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience.
3. 3. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
4. 4. Experience with creating financial statements and general ledger functions.
5. 5. Excellent accounting software user administration skills, with proficiency in QuickBooks.
6. 6. Strong understanding of WIP schedules, budgeting, cost control, financial analysis, financial reporting, project management, risk management, forecasting, contract management, and performance management.
7. 7. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
8. 8. Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of management, staff, external auditors, and other stakeholders.
9. 9. Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence – ability to motivate staff.
10. 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.

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