Controller

Connect Advisors; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Advisors, located in Tulsa, OK, seeks a Controller / Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and support financial reporting for a growing organization.

The role combines technical accounting leadership with strategic finance partnership, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA or CMA/CPA is preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting experience and leadership experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain end-to-end accounting operations and prepare financial statements.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed assets.
• Manage monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical & problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA or CMA/CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Tulsa, OK Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Controller / Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and support financial reporting for a growing organization. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial records, maintaining internal controls, and partnering with leadership to support strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong in accounting, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. This role is expected to function as both a technical accounting leader and a strategic finance partner, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Core Accounting Ownership

• Maintain full responsibility for end-to-end accounting operations, from initial transaction recording through financial statement preparation
• Oversee the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger, including proper classification and coding of all transactions
• Ensure all financial activity is recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies
• Oversee and manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Create monthly client invoices in accordance to contract guidelines and ensure coordination with management for invoice accuracy
• Manage the monthly and year-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Oversee tax compliance, including coordination of federal, state, and local filings with external CPA
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices within the accounting function

General Ledger & Journal Entries

• Maintain and manage the chart of accounts across entities and divisions
• Maintain fixed and intangible assets and record depreciation, amortization, and write-offs as needed
• Ensure proper capitalization and systematic amortization of prepaid assets in accordance with GAAP and review prepaid activity monthly to ensure completeness and accuracy of expense recognition
• Develop, review, and post monthly accrual entries for expenses, revenue, and other obligations to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain detailed accrual schedules, including payroll, bonuses, vendor expenses, and contract-based liabilities.
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries for all areas of accounting, including revenue, expenses, accruals, and intercompany transactions

Account Reconciliations

• Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts, including cash, receivables, payables, prepaids, accruals, and fixed assets
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Ensure reconciliation processes are standardized and properly documented

Credit Card/Reimbursement Program Management

• Oversee the company’s corporate credit card program, including card issuance, limits, and usage monitoring
• Ensure timely submission and review of all credit card expense reports and supporting documentation
• Monitor credit card activity regularly to identify unusual transactions, policy violations, or unauthorized spending
• Review credit card expenses for proper documentation, business purpose, and compliance with company policies
• Coordinate with cardholders to resolve missing receipts, incomplete submissions, or discrepancies in a timely manner

Budgeting

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including coordination with department heads and leadership
• Develop consolidated budgets across multiple entities and divisions
• Establish budget assumptions, including revenue projections, cost structures, and staffing plans
• Present budget recommendations and analysis to leadership
• Prepare rolling forecasts and update projections based on actual performance and business changes
• Work with operations teams to adjust forecasts for new projects, contracts, or cost changes
• Ensure forecasts align with both financial targets and operational realities
• Track and report budget vs. actual performance on a monthly basis
• Investigate and explain significant variances, including project‑level and divisional impacts
• Recommend corrective actions to leadership to improve financial outcomes
• Lead financial planning and analysis processes, including monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting cycles
• Analyze financial results and provide variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast), identifying key drivers of performance [4cornerresources.com]
• Develop meaningful financial insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making
• Partner with leadership to evaluate business performance, profitability, and cost structure across divisions
• Provide ad hoc analysis to support pricing decisions, contract negotiations, and investment opportunities

Cash Flow Forecasting & Liquidity Management

• Develop and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts (weekly, monthly, and quarterly) to ensure the organization can meet operational obligations
• Monitor actual cash activity vs. forecast and adjust projections based on changing business conditions
• Identify potential cash shortfalls in advance and proactively communicate risks to leadership
• Support strategic planning around liquidity, including timing of major expenditures and payroll obligations
• Optimize timing of cash inflows and outflows to maintain adequate liquidity
• Oversee the full accounts receivable cycle, including billing, collections, and cash application
• Establish collections processes and follow-up cadence for outstanding invoices
• Actively monitor aging reports and identify delinquent accounts requiring escalation
• Ensure consistent follow-up with clients via email and phone to drive timely collections
• Partner with operations and leadership to resolve billing disputes quickly and remove barriers to payment

Job Costing/Project Accounting

• Oversee job costing processes, including tracking project‑level revenues, costs, and profitability
• Ensure accurate allocation of labor, overhead, and direct costs to projects or divisions
• Review and analyze job cost reports to identify variances, inefficiencies, and margin trends
• Partner with operations and project managers to monitor budgets, forecasts, and project performance
• Support revenue recognition and cost tracking for project-based or contract‑driven work
• Develop and maintain standardized job costing methodologies and reporting package

Divisional / Multi-Entity Reporting

• Manage financial reporting across multiple divisions and legal entities, ensuring consistency and accuracy
• Prepare and analyze divisional financial statements, including profitability by business line or project
• Ensure proper allocation of shared costs (e.g., overhead, payroll, insurance) across divisions
• Assist in developing internal reporting packages that provide insights into divisional performance
• Support consolidation of financial results and intercompany accounting processes
• Provide financial insights to leadership on project performance, cost overruns, and margin improvement opportunities
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting at the division and project level

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Required)
• Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA (Preferred) or CMA/CPA License in lieu of Masters
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive accounting experience (required)
• Prior experience in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and double-entry accounting
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting operations and financial close processes
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally

Preferred Qualifications

• CMA or CPA designation
• Proficiency in Quickbooks Online
• Prior experience in the construction or project management industry
• Experience working with multiple entities or complex organizational structures
• Experience supporting audits, tax compliance, and financial reporting processes

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to take ownership of accounting operations and make a meaningful impact
• Collaborative and growth‑oriented work environment