Regional Controller

Barrett Industries; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company vehicle included

Paid relocation

Descripción de la vacante

Barrett Industries, through Strawser Construction, is seeking a Regional Controller for our Columbus, OH area to oversee regional accounting and close processes for all Strawser operations. This role offers leadership opportunities within a growing organization connected to Colas USA.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of leadership accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and expertise in budgeting, controls, and cross-functional teamwork.

Formación

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance or Business Management with emphasis in Accounting is required.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant accounting experience in a leadership role managing staff.
• Experience with road construction and manufacturing cost accounting is preferred.
• Ability to develop work plans, budgets and financial plans, and present written materials.
• Strong leadership, delegation, performance evaluation and cross-functional team development.
• CPA or CMA is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Direct daily activities of Accounting and Accounts Payable departments and supervise staff.
• Manage monthly close process for the region, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and review monthly/quarterly Deliverables for corporate accounting.
• Lead month-end budgeting/review meetings with regional locations.
• Review and approve monthly financial statements and schedules for the region.
• Support annual regional planning and budgeting processes.
• Drive process improvements in close and transactional workflows.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors for audits and reviews.
• Oversee contract and subcontract processes, ensure compliance and monthly invoicing.
• Oversee banking transactions for refunds to customers/vendors and related cash flows.
• Collaborate with field accountants on annual budgets and variance analysis.
• Provide guidance on GAAP adherence and accounting policy interpretations.
• Monitor KPI reporting and maintain accurate contract/financial reporting.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Budgeting

GAAP

Financial analysis

Communication

Travel 25%

Educación

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance or Business Management with emphasis in Accounting

Herramientas

MS Office

Financial accounting software

Descripción del empleo

Regional Controller

Subsidiary: Barrett Industries

Strawser Construction Inc., is part of Barrett Industries, a construction industry leader operating primarily in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. Serving the Midwestern United States, Strawser provides pavement preservation solutions in multiple states and we are strong, stable and growing. Since 1976, Strawser Construction's mission has been to strengthen and grow by empowering our people, fostering innovation, and utilizing new technology. Barrett Industries is a subsidiary of Colas USA, a worldwide leader in infrastructure construction and maintenance.

We are currently looking for a Regional Controller. This position will be out of our Columbus, OH office. The Regional Controller will manage Regional monthly Financial/Accounting activities for all Strawser Operations. We are looking for a high‑potential candidate who is looking to grow in their career within Barrett and Colas. Our company is expanding and we are hiring future finance leaders. Compensation is very competitive and employee benefits are excellent. Paid relocation is available to a candidate from outside the area. A company vehicle is included for this position.

Primary Duties

• Direct the daily activities of the Accounting and Accounts Payable Departments and provide oversight of the staff
• Manage the monthly close process in a prompt, timely and accurate manner for the Region
• Prepare/review monthly/quarterly delivers for corporate accounting and finance teams
• Conduct/oversee various month‑end budget/financial review meetings with all locations in the Region
• Review and approve the monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for all entities in the Region
• Participation in the development of annual regional plan
• Process improvement initiatives on closing and transactional processes
• Coordinate with both internal & external auditors on audits & peer reviews
• Provide oversight for the contract and subcontract agreement process, ensure contract compliance and monthly invoice process for services
• Manage banking transactions associated with the payment of refunds to customers and vendors
• Work with internal field accountants in the annual budget process and review monthly reports tracking budget to actuals
• Suggest billing rate recommendations, profitability models, project tracking tools, and accounting procedures to field accountants
• Work with field accountants to comply with annual audits and compliance with state and federal tax requirements
• Monitor and maintain all accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness ensuring all accounting and contract files are maintained
• Provide accounting guidance in adherence to GAAP
• Coordination and review of certain monthly KPI's

Experience & Skills Required

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance or Business Management with an emphasis in Accounting required
• Road construction and manufacturing facility cost accounting experience preferred
• Minimum 7 years of relevant accounting experience in a leadership position managing a staff of direct reports
• Must be able to create and implement work plans, budgets and financial plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans
• Strong leadership skills; ability to set objectives, delegate tasks, evaluate performance and develop a cross‑functional team
• Ability to influence others, resolve problems, and manage conflict in a positive manner
• High degree of professionalism; ability to communicate with confidence and tact
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Willing and able to travel at least 25% of the time
• Experience with all Microsoft Office Applications and financial accounting software
• Strong Written/ Oral and Interpersonal Communication Skills; ability to write and communicate complex information in an easily comprehensible manner
• CPA or CMA preferred

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries (including Strawser Construction) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please see the EEO document. If you need accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact Colas Inc. 973-290-9082 or send an email to [e-mail].