Finance Controller: Lead Close, WIP & Growth

G.E. Mechanical LLC; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vacation & holiday pay

401(k) plan

Job summary

G.E. Mechanical, LLC is seeking a Controller to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and to lead the Finance Department. You will drive monthly closes, manage cash flow, and oversee billing, reconciliations, and reporting for multi-jurisdictional operations.

The role partners with the Director of Finance to guide strategic decisions and oversee WIP and project costing. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in construction accounting, a bachelor’s in accounting or finance, and strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction accounting or a similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Construction/Mechanical/Service industry experience preferred; WIP, PoC revenue recognition, job costing, change orders, and billing.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred.
• Team player with collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily Finance Department operations, set priorities and accountability.
• Serve as first escalation point for finance operational issues and resolve swiftly.
• Ensure invoicing, payments, reconciliations and collections proceed without delays.
• Own 5-business day monthly close, GL and intercompany reconciliations, assist with monthly reports.
• Prepare and analyze P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and WIP.
• Ensure GAAP compliance, including revenue recognition for projects and service agreements.
• Own open WIP, accurate job costing and profitability reviews.
• Review branch results, investigate variances and key drivers.
• Escalate billing issues requiring Operations input and resolve promptly.
• Manage accounts receivable, daily cash receipts, and aging.
• Monitor cash activity and assist with cash forecasting and working capital.
• Maintain bid contracts renewals, expirations and rate changes.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting; take on special projects as needed.
• Support senior management with financial insights for growth and ad hoc requests.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Business Central

Microsoft Excel

Job description

G.E. Mechanical, LLC is seeking a Controller to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and to lead the Finance Department. You will drive monthly closes, manage cash flow, and oversee billing, reconciliations, and reporting for multi-jurisdictional operations.

The role partners with the Director of Finance to guide strategic decisions and oversee WIP and project costing. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in construction accounting, a bachelor’s in accounting or finance, and strong