Corporate Controller

Walsh Construction Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Controller to enhance financial operations in its Portland office. This pivotal role involves leading finance activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and managing cash flow. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in construction accounting, excellent leadership skills, and a solid understanding of GAAP. Join a company that values integrity and teamwork, where your contributions will directly impact financial success and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in finance or business; CPA preferred.
• 3-5 years of construction accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance operations including maintaining the general ledger.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Guide and develop the finance team for continual improvement.

Skills

Financial Reporting

GAAP Knowledge

Construction Accounting

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Excel Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Business

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Viewpoint Vista

Crystal Reports

Spreadsheet Server

Autodesk Construction Cloud Software

Job description

Walsh Construction Co. and our subsidiaries have brought quality and craftsmanship to the western United States since 1961. Walsh's solid reputation reflects a strong set of values which drive all our efforts: fair business practices; openness and cooperation among all parties; a spirit of innovation; an uncompromised commitment to safety, and consistent, high-quality work.

We are seeking a Corporate Controller to join our Portland, OR office. This position is not remote, and some travel to the other Walsh offices in Vancouver, Tacoma, and Seattle, WA will be required as this position is an integral part of all locations.

Essential Responsibilities of this role include:

• Leading day-today finance operations including maintaining the general ledger, preparing regular financial reports, and overseeing the A/R, A/P, Subcontracts Payable and Payroll processes.
• Conducting monthly analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, prepares monthly journal entries, and ensures the overall integrity of the general ledger.
• Managing the monthly, quarterly and year end close process, ensuring the accurate and timely reporting of all financial information.
• Overseeing the A/R, A/P, Subcontractor Payable and Payroll functions ensuring processes are in place and carried out to effectively manage cash flow.
• Preparing and monitoring internal control processes and managing the accounting system to ensure the integrity of the company’s financial data.
• Establishing and maintaining systems and controls to safeguard the financial resources of the business.
• Ensuring adequacy of company’s internal controls and compliance with company plans, policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Working with CPA firm to plan for and efficiently conduct our annual audit.
• Guiding and directing the work of the finance team, coaching, mentoring, and developing them for continual improvement.
• Managing A/R, A/P, Subcontracts Payable and Payroll functions.
• Monitoring daily activities to ensure work is performed timely and accurately.
• Hiring, orientating, training, coaching, and appraising department staff.

You are qualified if you have:

• A four-year degree in finance or business. CPA preferred but not required with the appropriate amount of experience.
• Public accounting/financial statement preparation experience.
• Three to five years of construction accounting background and prior supervisory experience.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and company financial policies and procedures and can prepare accurate and timely financial statements.
• The ability to meet multiple deadlines, stay organized, and are very detail oriented.
• The ability to self-direct and exercise good business judgment in daily decisions.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with people at all levels.
• The ability to develop team relations and lead, direct, train, coach, develop, and motivate others.
• The skills to work with a variety of people at different levels within the organization and effectively manage third-party relationships.
• Proficient experience in Excel, Word, Outlook, and financial accounting and reporting systems – preferably Viewpoint Vista software, Crystal Reports, Spreadsheet Server, and Autodesk Construction Cloud Software.

Walsh Construction Co. values our diverse communities and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Walsh recruits, hires, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veterans' status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status unrelated to a particular job's requirements or an individual's performance and qualifications.

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