Seeking a contract Interim Controller for a HVAC / Construction client near Park Ridge, NJ (100% onsite).
Seeking an enthusiastic Controller candidate to help with integration and management of recently acquired business / company. Ability to be the key finance leader and gain credibility with existing / acquired company & team will be critical.
Primary Responsibilities:
- This role is responsible for the monthly close process, the consolidation of financial reports and ensuring that appropriate policies and procedures are met.
- Generating monthly financial statements, operational analysis, project milestone review & billing, depreciation, G/L, budgeting and forecasting, inventory control, internal controls, payroll, and cash management.
- Assist with analysis on the business’ performance, prepare the monthly ops reporting deck, and provide any requested variance analysis from Corporate team
- Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for the business, including providing all necessary supporting documentation and supplemental reporting requirements.
- Review, document, implement and communicate the enforcement of correct and appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with GAAP
- Provide guidance, training and assistance for the site’s accounting personnel to ensure that reporting and compliance objectives are achieved while supporting talent development initiatives and performance
- Support M&A and integration activities while providing financial and strategic advice to management on these matters
- Driving improvements to financial and operational controls
- Manage annual audits, serving as primary contact to Corporate and external auditors
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field), and a minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting leadership role is required
- Experience in a multi-project-based company, preferably in Construction, Engineering, or other project-based industry experience
- CPA preferred
- Public accounting or experience working in a private equity owned company preferred
- Strong managerial experience and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Self-motivated and proactive in identifying opportunities to improve processes and procedures.
- Detail-oriented, highly dependable, and possesses the highest level of integrity.
- Strong ERP systems background, with database knowledge being a plus.
- Experience in process improvement.
If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today!
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