Controller, Solar

Moss; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative construction firm is seeking a Solar Controller to lead their accounting department. This pivotal role involves managing financial reporting, mentoring a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project accounting within the solar or construction industry, showcasing strong leadership and analytical skills. Join a dynamic company that values safety, quality, and employee development, and play a crucial role in supporting their rapid growth in the solar sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience with leadership capabilities.
• Experience in project accounting within construction or EPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting department and oversee financial reporting processes.
• Monitor project financial performance and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA or CA accreditation

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

ERP Systems (Viewpoint, Sage, CMiC, Oracle)

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation's top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

Moss' Solar Controller is responsible for all accounting and financial reporting, including recruiting, development, and leadership of accounting staff and maintaining control systems for a dynamic, rapid growth, fast paced Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Business Unit in the solar industry with revenues exceeding $2B per year.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the accounting department, including project accountants and staff accounting personnel. Oversee the business unit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes; ensure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with GAAP
• Monitor and analyze project financial performance, including revenue recognition (percentage-of-completion), cost forecasting, and variance analysis; key leader on the WIP and project forecasting
• Supervises complex journal entries and understands their impact on the balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows and other reports as required by Senior Management
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team with a focus on continuous improvement
• Support systems optimization and automation across the accounting function (e.g., ERP upgrades, process enhancements); the company is preparing for an ERP upgrade in the next 2 years, so supporting and coordinating with the corporate team and Finance Transformation team will be critical
• Recommends/implements new and/or modifications to internal control procedures
• Collaborates with FP&A and treasury to support annual budget, forecasts, LRPs and cash management
• Collaborates with Operations teams (i.e. PM's, asset management teams, HR/staffing teams) to ensure accurate status and provide necessary training
• Supports special projects directed by Senior Management
• Support annual external audit and yearend financial reporting for the business unit
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or progressing towards a CPA/CA accreditation preferred
• 10 years of accounting experience with ability to demonstrate leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Significant experience in project accounting within a self-perform construction or EPC environment (solar, general construction, or related field preferred)
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Experience working in fast pace rapidly growing company directly or as an audit engagement
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Strong analytical and presentation skills using MS office (Excel, PP, Word)
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint, Sage, CMiC, Oracle, or similar)

JOB TITLE: SOLAR CONTROLLER

JOB LOCATION: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME - EXEMPT - SALARIED

REPORTS TO: VP OF FINANCE, SOLAR (FUNCTIONAL REPORTING), CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER (MATRIX REPORTING)

Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.