Corporate Controller

Unitedutility; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job description

United Utility is a pioneering force in the electric utility industry, dedicated to providing comprehensive and innovative offerings that support power infrastructure investments across the United States. As the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, distribution, substation and grid hardening projects, we drive forward progress in the power sector. Our company has headquarters in both Charlotte, NC and New Orleans, LA, with a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the pursuit of groundbreaking solutions.

About The Role

As the Corporate Controller, you will oversee all corporate accounting functions within the organization, develop system controls to ensure data integrity, maintain the general ledger, and manage the month end close. You will also play a crucial role in leading our audit processes in collaboration with external auditors. This role offers an opportunity to lead and innovate within our accounting organization, contributing to the financial health and success of our company.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all financial information, statements, and records.
• Supervise and direct the accounting team performing general accounting activities, including general ledger management and financial close. Provide training and development for new and existing staff.
• Develop and implement balance sheet account reconciliation process. Review and approve account reconciliations.
• Oversee revenue recognition and fixed asset accounting, ensure data integrity, and proper accounting treatment.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and automation.
• Oversee the year-end financial audit and act as a liaison to external auditors.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies/SOPs to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant accounting principles, regulations, and tax laws.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Accounting and CPA.
• At least 5 years of external audit experience at a Big 4 accounting firm.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in corporate accounting roles working for companies with $500 million in revenues and multiple subsidiaries or divisions. Prior experience as a controller preferred.
• Strong general accounting experience including general ledger account reconciliations, intercompany consolidations, month end close and financial statement preparation.
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP regulations (revenue recognition particularly percentage of completion accounting, prepaid expense, accruals, fixed asset and lease accounting, etc).
• Prior experience leading a successful financial audit.
• Experience with change management.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Prior experience working in construction, industrial services or utility services.
• Proficient in accounting software systems (Sage 300, Power BI)