Financial Controller

American Residential Services (ARS); Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 31 days

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Total Comfort Heating & Air is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for the Fredericksburg service center. You will partner with the General Manager and leaders across departments to improve financial performance, strengthen internal controls, and drive growth in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance with 5+ years of general‑accounting experience, plus JD Edwards, Excel, and advanced analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least five years of progressive general‑accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP required.
• Experience with ERP or computerized accounting systems; JD Edwards a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and solid Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to build cross‑department relationships and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial-control activities for the service center.
• Partner with the GM and department leaders on financial planning and performance.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and inventory controls.
• Analyze financials across multiple functions and provide insights.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and annual plans.
• Manage month-end and year-end closings; reconcile balances.
• Oversee billing, credits, and collections.
• Recruit, develop, and lead the local accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Name

Total Comfort

Overview

Location: Fredericksburg, VASalary: $135,000–$145,000 annuallyAdditional Compensation: Annual bonus plan

Total Comfort Heating & Air is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of our Fredericksburg service center. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished accounting professional who enjoys working closely with operational leaders and building strong financial processes in a fast-paced environment.

The Controller will serve as a key member of the local leadership team, partnering directly with the General Manager and department leaders to improve financial performance, strengthen internal controls, and support the continued growth of the business.

What We Offer

• Year-round, stable work
• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities based on team performance
• Health insurance options available after 31 days, with plans starting as low as $5 per week
• Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee discounts and career-growth opportunities with a national brand

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Lead all accounting and financial-control activities for the service center.
• Partner with the General Manager and department leaders on financial planning, performance, and improvement initiatives.
• Oversee operating and capital budgets, financial forecasts, and inventory controls.
• Analyze financial results across service, sales, dispatch, fleet, customer service, purchasing, safety, and HR.
• Provide financial reporting, variance analysis, labor-wage evaluations, and recommendations to leadership.
• Establish and maintain internal controls for inventory, purchasing, shipping and receiving, labor reporting, and operational processes.
• Conduct profitability and cost-reduction analyses across the business.
• Coordinate the development of monthly financial statements, rolling forecasts, annual operating plans, and capital plans.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Review and reconcile account balances.
• Oversee billing, credit, and collections.
• Prepare annual budgets and monitor performance against established plans.
• Recruit, develop, and lead the local accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least five years of progressive general-accounting experience.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with ERP or computerized accounting systems; JD Edwards experience is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships across departments and leadership levels.
• Proven ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced operating environment.
• Previous team leadership or accounting-management experience.

This posting provides details on potential pay ranges and opportunities, which are not guaranteed and do not represent a formal offer. Additional compensation may be offered based on experience and will be outlined in an offer letter addendum. ARS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Privacy policy available upon request.