Financial Controller

Rising Edge Group; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer matching

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dent,

Weekly pay periods

Safety training and development

Job summary

Rising Edge Group in the United States seeks a US Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting under US GAAP, internal controls, audit coordination, and regulatory and tax compliance for the U.S. business.

The Controller partners closely with Operations to maintain a strong control environment and support organizational growth. This leadership role collaborates with the Canadian Financial Controller to ensure the integrity of financial information, provides timely

Responsibilities

• Drive month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger activities, account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Analyze financial results and provide meaningful commentary on variances, trends, and KPIs.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and periodic reviews.
• Manage audit requests and ensure timely delivery of supporting documentation.
• Monitor and remediate audit findings and control deficiencies.
• Maintain documentation and evidence supporting compliance with internal control frameworks.
• Partner with business leaders to strengthen governance and control processes.
• Oversee U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance processes.
• Coordinate preparation and filing of income, sales and use, property, franchise, and other taxes.
• Support tax audits and inquiries from regulatory authorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and strengthen compliance controls.
• Build out US team to support business growth
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting and finance team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and best practices across finance operations.
• Support special projects as needed.
• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.

Job description

Who We Are

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy and industrial sectors to design, build, andmaintainthe critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

Driven bya clear visionto strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by ourSTRIDEvalues - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth, mentorshipand collaboration where safety always come first.

What You'll Do

The US Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, regulatory compliance, and tax compliance activities for the U.S. business. This role works collaboratively with the Canadian Financial Controller to ensure the integrity of financial information, compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable regulations, and support executive leadership with accurate and timely financial insights. The Controller partners closely with Operations to maintain a strong control environment and support organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Drive the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger activities, account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Analyze financial results and provide meaningful commentary on variances, trends, and key performance indicators.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.

Internal & External Audit Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and periodic reviews.
• Manage audit requests and ensure timely delivery of supporting documentation.
• Monitor and remediate audit findings and control deficiencies.
• Maintain documentation and evidence supporting compliance with internal control frameworks.
• Partner with business leaders to strengthen governance and control processes.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards, regulations, and reporting requirements and assess business impacts.
• Oversee maintenance of statutory records and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Finance teams to address emerging regulatory matters.

Tax Compliance

• Oversee U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance processes.
• Coordinate preparation and filing of income, sales and use, property, franchise, and other applicable taxes.
• Partner with external tax advisors and service providers on tax reporting and planning matters.
• Ensure accurate tax accounting, tax provisions, and supporting schedules.
• Support tax audits and inquiries from regulatory authorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and strengthen compliance controls.

Leadership & Business Partnership

• Build out US team to support business growth
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting and finance team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and best practices across finance operations.
• Support special projects as needed.

Additional Information

• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with weekly payperiods
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) employer matching
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental and vision)
• Company-paid safety training
• Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Family Assistance Program(confidential counselling support)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Why Rising Edge Group?

Safety & Excellence:

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Every project is approached with diligence, strategic planning, and reliable execution practices to protect our teams and the clients we serve while delivering world-class high-voltage solutions. Our unwavering commitment tosafetyand quality drivesexcellence on every project, every day.

People-First Culture

You'remore than a job title. Every person contributes to powering essential energy infrastructure across North America. Our teams are built on collaboration, respect, and accountability. We support ouremployeesthrough meaningful engagement initiatives, team events, and a culture that prioritizes wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections.

Career Growth & Impact

Your role is a path to along-termcareer. We empower our employees with hands-on experience, exposure to diverse projects, and opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development,you'llbuild lastingexpertisewhile making a tangible impact in an environment where teamwork and integrity guideour work.

Reward & Recognition

We believe skill,dedication, and excellence deserves recognition. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of appreciation ensure your achievements are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

At Rising Edge Group,you'renot just building projects,you'rebuilding a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.