Regional Controller — Paid Relocation + Company Vehicle

Barrett Industries; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle included

Paid relocation

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

GAAP

Financial analysis

Communication

Travel 25%

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

Financial accounting software

Job description

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.