Regional Controller

fletchergroupautomation; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

The State Group in Paducah, Kentucky is seeking a Regional Controller to lead financial systems and reporting for the region. This role drives GAAP/ASPE/CAS compliance, collaborates with operations, and supports annual forecasts and budgeting for a multi-division footprint.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of construction industry accounting, strong Excel and reporting tool proficiency, and a track record of developing staff. This on-site role offers competitive pay and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction industry or project-based accounting experience.
• Experience supervising and developing direct reports.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and financial reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve financial systems to ensure accurate information.
• Manage the completion of periodic financial reports and ensure GAAP/ASPE/CAS compliance and internal controls.
• Recommend metrics and benchmarks to measure operations and financial performance.
• Collaborate with divisional operations to review results, WIP, and financials, and complete the annual forecast and budget by division for a specific region.
• Support the Group VP in strategic reviews and operational improvements.
• Provide financial analysis and variance reports for the operations team, VP of Finance, and CFO.
• Work with external auditors to resolve issues and complete scheduled audits.
• File quarterly and annual reports as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting software

Education

College Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Financial reporting software

Job description

BUILD A CAREER THAT BUILDS WHAT'S NEXT

For more than 65 years, The State Group's 3,500+ professionals have built and maintained the infrastructure that keeps businesses and industries moving across North America. Today, the company is a multi-trade industrial contractor powering industry solutions and sustaining critical operations across electrical, mechanical, civil, communications, maintenance, and emerging technology—from major construction projects to the ongoing work that keeps critical operations running as a trusted service partner of choice.

We invest in our people, technology, and innovation to strengthen how we work today and prepare for what's ahead. At The State Group, there are tremendous opportunities to build your skills, grow your career, and be part of something bigger.

The State Group is seeking a Regional Controller based in Paducah, Kentucky.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• This position is integral to our success and offers opportunities for career advancement.
• 100% PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Competitive compensation, annual pay increases, and bonuses.
• State embraces and encourages workplace diversity.
• Forge partnerships that last through teamwork, integrity, and respect.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Maintain and continuously improve financial systems to ensure accurate information.
• Manage the completion of periodic financial reports and ensure the reported results comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and other internally established controls and policies.
• Recommend metrics and benchmarks to measure operations and financial performance.
• Collaborate with divisional operations to review results, WIP, and financials, and complete the annual forecast and budget by division for a specific region.
• Support the Group VP in strategic reviews and operational improvements.
• Provide financial analysis and variance reports for the operations team, VP of Finance, and CFO.
• Work with external auditors to resolve issues and complete scheduled audits.
• File quarterly and annual reports as required.

WHAT YOU NEED TO JOIN OUR TEAM

• 7+ years of construction industry or a project-based accounting background required.
• Experience supervising and developing direct reports.
• College Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and financial reporting software.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work varied and additional hours during closing and budgeting periods.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• A strong commitment to our team, our customers, and the environments we serve.
• Embrace challenges, commit to continuous improvement, and deliver exceptional work.

To learn more about our organization, visit www.stategroup.com.

The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email [e-mail].