Strategic Controller & Financial Leader

Paylocity; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Emergency Restoration Xperts (ERX) is seeking an experienced Controller who will lead the accounting function, ensure accurate financial data, and partner with executives on strategy. This hands-on role includes directing reporting, budgeting, and internal controls, while coaching a growing accounting team.

You'll collaborate with Payroll/HR on incentive payments and work with external firms to keep tax requirements in check, driving improvements across systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience including leadership.
• Construction/restoration industry accounting experience required; insurance/restoration billing a plus.
• Strong job costing, WIP reporting, and progress billing knowledge.
• Advanced Excel; familiarity with NetSuite, Paylocity, DASH or Albi preferred.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to executives and non-financial partners.

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting operations, ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting and month-end close.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team with clear goals and standards.
• Partner with leadership to build the annual budget, forecast cash flow, and deliver dashboards on revenue, gross profit, EBITDA, etc.
• Own job costing and WIP reporting for revenue recognition and project profitability.
• Oversee accounts receivable and collections; support cash flow initiatives.
• Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate bonus, commission, and incentive payments.
• Coordinate with outside CPAs and auditors to stay ahead of financial/tax requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement across accounting systems and processes (NetSuite, Paylocity, DASH, Albi).

Skills

Leadership

Accounting

Budgeting

Communication

Team development

Excel

Job costing

WIP reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Paylocity

DASH

Albi

Job description

Emergency Restoration Xperts (ERX) is seeking an experienced Controller who will lead the accounting function, ensure accurate financial data, and partner with executives on strategy. This hands-on role includes directing reporting, budgeting, and internal controls, while coaching a growing accounting team.

You'll collaborate with Payroll/HR on incentive payments and work with external firms to keep tax requirements in check, driving improvements across systems and processes.