Project Controller

Walsh Group; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful construction firm is seeking a Project Controller for its Water Division in Florida. This role involves managing profitability and loss on multi-million dollar projects, mentoring junior accountants, and engaging in owner relations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 3-5 years of relevant experience. This position offers a dynamic work environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of construction accounting experience required.
• Experience in reading or interpreting financial statements.
• Strong verbal and written skills needed to communicate with external subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate P&L on projects with large contract values.
• Mentor and train Project Accountants.
• Manage job and subcontractor-related duties on mega projects.

Skills

Construction accounting experience

Communication skills

Financial statement interpretation

Education

Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting

Tools

CMiC ERP

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a Project Controller for our Water Division in Tampa, FL.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex work

• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment

• Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work

• Opportunities for growth, training, and development

• Flexibility in career path & progression

• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

Responsibilities

• Coordination of P&L on project with large contract values (generally close to or over $1billion)

• Mentor and train Project Accountants and Associate Project Accountants if applicable

• Represent the company in owner and JV meetings and relations.

• Manage all job and subcontractor-related duties listed below on mega projects:

• Heavy involvement in cost forecasting

• Coordination of owner billing

• Develops strong relationship with project staff

• Detailed review of all line items of cost report

• Provide analytical information to project Operations team on individual jobs (Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager level)

• Report issues and findings to Business Group Accounting Manager and project staff

• Review to ensure all cost and billings are booked in the proper months

• Run and review report of outstanding accounts receivable and contact Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager for collection

• Finalize job closeout, including providing final documentation to owner and handling any open issues

• Coordination of documentation on legal issues

• Journal entry cost as necessary for confidential items

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting or equivalent

• 3-5 years of construction accounting experience required

• Experience in CMiC or other ERP systems preferred

• Experience in reading or interpreting financial statements

• Strong verbal and written skills needed to communicate with external subcontractors and internal mid to upper level management

• Some light travel involved

Division: Transportation

Job Category: Project Management

Job Type: Full_time

The Walsh Group, Ltd. is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran