Manager, Comptroller: Lead Finance & Project Accounting

Techno Consult; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Flexible paid time off

Bonus incentives

Job summary

Techno Consult Engineering, PC is seeking a Manager, Comptroller to lead day-to-day accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and partner with senior leadership on performance insights. The role emphasizes project accounting, cash flow management, and scalable processes within a growing infrastructure firm.

The ideal candidate brings 5–10+ years in accounting/finance, experience with FAR, and ERP expertise (Deltek preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA a plus, not required)
• 5-10+ years of relevant experience in accounting/finance
• Knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) required
• Experience in AEC, engineering, or construction services strongly preferred
• Experience with ERP systems (Deltek preferred) and strong Excel skills
• Ability to work both independently and cross-functionally in a growing environment

Responsibilities

• Core Accounting & Close: General ledger activities, journal entries, reconciliations, monthly close
• Supervise a team of accounting professionals, managers and associates
• Support preparation of accurate and timely financial statements
• Assist in establishing and maintaining internal controls and accounting procedures
• Project Accounting & Operational Support: Review project setup for contract terms and revenue recognition
• Support WIP reporting, project profitability analysis, labor utilization tracking
• Assist in monitoring unbilled revenue, billing accuracy, and project performance
• Cash Flow & Working Capital: Support cash flow forecasting and liquidity tracking
• Monitor accounts receivable, aging, and collections for public agency clients
• Help drive improvements in billing cycles and cash conversion
• Asset-Based Lending & Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain borrowing base certificates and documentation
• Assist with lender reporting requirements and compliance tracking
• Contribute to financial reporting packages for senior leadership
• Reporting & Analysis: Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends and variances
• Provide insights to support decision-making across projects and business units
• Help build and refine processes for project accounting, reporting, and financial tracking
• Contribute to development of SOPs and scalable workflows

Skills

Excel skills

Cross-functional work

Independent work

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA a plus (not required)

Tools

Deltek

Job description

Techno Consult Engineering, PC is seeking a Manager, Comptroller to lead day-to-day accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and partner with senior leadership on performance insights. The role emphasizes project accounting, cash flow management, and scalable processes within a growing infrastructure firm.

The ideal candidate brings 5–10+ years in accounting/finance, experience with FAR, and ERP expertise (Deltek preferred).