Senior Division Controller, Construction Finance Leader

Knife River Corporation; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Years of Service Recognition

Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees

Critical Illness Plan

Accident Coverage Plan

Hospital Indemnity

Job summary

Knife River Corporation seeks an Accounting Division Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. You will ensure GAAP compliance, manage audits, and guide budgeting and forecasting across the organization.

You will work with executives and department heads to deliver accurate financial analysis and drive profitability through process improvements in a construction materials company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Seven years of related experience in accounting management/finance.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to mentor employees.
• High ethical and moral standards.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting and financial operations, including general ledger, payroll, AP, AR, fixed assets, WIP, and inventory.
• Oversee financial reporting, analyze results, and assist budgeting/forecasting.
• Ensure timely preparation of federal, state, and local filings.
• Maintain controls to protect assets and comply with SOX, SEC, GAAP.
• Manage internal and external audits and address findings.
• Assist with forecasts, budget reviews, cost analysis, profitability improvements.
• Coordinate corporate reporting requirements and data requests.
• Lead accounting personnel, including staffing and development.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures and standardize processes.
• Provide financial support for special projects, due diligence, integrations.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards; communicate with stakeholders.
• Follow safety policies and environmental regulations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

SOX compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA certificate

Job description

Knife River Corporation seeks an Accounting Division Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. You will ensure GAAP compliance, manage audits, and guide budgeting and forecasting across the organization.

You will work with executives and department heads to deliver accurate financial analysis and drive profitability through process improvements in a construction materials company.