Financial Controller

Doherty Steel, Inc.; Paola (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance-based bonus opportunity

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Doherty Steel, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Controller to manage all accounting and financial reporting operations. You will lead a small team, overseeing budgeting, payroll oversight, and financial controls in a growing structural steel fabrication business.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, extensive accounting experience, and strong project cost management skills. You will play a key role in financial insights to support business growth and must be capable of operating strategically while handling tactical responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting role.
• Strong understanding of project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations.

Skills

Accounting experience

Job costing

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

AIA billing knowledge

Job description

The Controller is a hands‑on position, leading a small team, responsible for managing all accounting, financial reporting, cash flow, budgeting, job cost accounting, payroll oversight, and financial controls for a growing structural steel fabrication business. This role serves as a key member of the management team, providing timely financial information and analysis to support operational and strategic decision‑making. The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing, construction, or project‑based accounting environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all day‑to‑day accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain financial records in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop and monitor annual budgets and forecasts.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to ownership.
• Manage month‑end and year‑end closing processes.

Job Cost Accounting

• Monitor and analyze project/job costs, labor utilization, material costs, and profitability.
• Work closely with project managers and operations personnel to ensure accurate job costing.
• Review work‑in‑progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability reports.
• Track production metrics, backlog, and revenue recognition.
• Identify cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Manage company cash flow and working capital.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor liquidity requirements.
• Oversee banking relationships and financing arrangements.
• Monitor collections and accounts receivable aging.
• Optimize payment schedules and vendor relationships.

Payroll & Human Resources Support

• Oversee payroll processing and compliance.
• Administer employee benefits and related reporting.
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax requirements and labor regulations.
• Support HR functions related to employee records, benefits, and reporting.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Coordinate annual tax preparation with external CPA firms.
• Manage sales tax reporting and filings.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate audits, insurance renewals, and financial reviews.

Strategic & Operational Support

• Partner with ownership and management on business planning initiatives.
• Provide financial analysis for capital investments, equipment purchases, and expansion opportunities.
• Assist in evaluating operational efficiency and profitability improvements.
• Develop KPI reporting for management, including:
• Gross margin by project
• Cash flow metrics

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or senior accounting role.
• Strong understanding of job costing and project accounting.
• Knowledge of AIA billing, WIP reporting, and percentage‑of‑completion accounting.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or industrial contracting. Experience in structural steel fabrication a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems commonly used in fabrication or manufacturing environments.
• Financial leadership
• Strategic thinking
• Problem‑solving
• Process improvement
• Team collaboration
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced entrepreneurial environment
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance‑based bonus opportunity.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

A hands‑on Controller who is comfortable operating both strategically and tactically, capable of managing all accounting functions while providing financial insight to support profitable growth in a project‑driven structural steel fabrication business.