Financial Controller

Casella Construction, Inc.; Town of Pittsford (NY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance-based discretionary bonus

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances

401(k) Retirement Savings Program with company match

Job summary

A leading construction firm in New York is seeking a Financial Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure financial accuracy. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in accounting, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in financial systems. This position offers a competitive salary between $112,000 and $135,000 per year, along with a full benefits package including performance bonuses and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting and finance.
• At least 3 years of experience managing a team.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting functions.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing cycles.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting principles

Financial systems management

Effective communication

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Power Query

Job description

Casella Construction is seeking to hire a Financial Controller to join our Finance and Accounting Team in Pittsford, Vermont. The Financial Controller is a senior-level leader responsible for overseeing Casella Construction’s day-to-day accounting and financial operations. The Financial Controller ensures the accuracy of all financial transactions and reports and manages internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets. Serving as the lead accountant and financial steward, the Financial Controller ensures the integrity and accuracy of financial records and reporting.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, possess deep expertise in accounting principles, and have a proven track record of managing financial systems and high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and manage all day-to-day accounting functions – Accounts Payable, Payroll, Credit & Collections, Debt, Fixed Assets, and General Ledger
• Direct all activities related to the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing cycle
• Ensure the timeliness of all financial reporting requirements by instituting processes that enable the staff to meet pre-defined review dates
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, GAAS, and ASC promulgations
• Lead and direct annual external CPA firm audit as the main point of contact for the firm
• Collaborate with department leaders to support the annual budgeting process
• Advise divisional and departmental leaders on current financial data and data trends
• Champion Casella Construction’s culture and values in all financial practices
• Provide strategic support to the CFO as needed
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team of 4 direct reports, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required); Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting and finance
• At least 3 years of experience managing a team
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of transactions
• 3 years of experience as the lead in the annual external audit and annual budget process
• Proven expertise in financial reporting and analysis
• Collaborate and advise senior managers and leaders to make well-informed company-wide financial and operational decisions
• Effective communicator across all levels of the company
• Effective collaborator able to work with all company functions
• Proficient with the use of IT systems and tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Strong working knowledge of PowerBI and PowerQuery
• Reaches and exhibits the highest levels of quality, accuracy, timeliness
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness in financial output

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience in construction industry finance and accounting
• Prior experience at a CPA firm, ideally with exposure to audit and advisory services for construction or related industries
• Hands-on experience with construction-focused ERP systems
• Demonstrated proficiency in Power BI, Power Query, and other data visualization tools to support financial analysis and operational insights
• Experience contributing to long-term financial planning, risk management, and strategic decision-making in a growing organization

Attributes

• Able to see the big picture while managing the details; anticipates financial trends and proactively addresses challenges
• Comfortable navigating shifting priorities and adapting to evolving business needs in a fast-paced construction environment
• Leads with confidence and integrity; inspires trust and accountability across the finance team
• Maintains high standards for accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in all financial reporting and analysis
• Demonstrates a strong bias for action and a proactive approach to resolving issues with speed and precision
• Leverages financial systems, data analytics tools, and automation to enhance efficiency and insight
• Invests in the growth and development of team members through training, feedback, and support

Compensation and Benefits

Casella Construction offers competitive wages and a full benefits package to eligible employees that includes:

• Annual performance-based discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting.

Hiring Range

$112,000/yr. - $135,000/yr

This range reflects the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting, considering current market conditions and industry benchmarks.

Final and individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

About our Company

Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking, Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry-leading company in the field.

Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance.

Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.