Interim Controller (Construction Industry Required) OPEN TO TRAVEL

We have partnered with our client in facilities services in their search for an Interim Controller (6+ month engagement). The opportunity could turn to full-time if desired. Must have heavy Construction Industry Experience, POC and Project T&M background. Open to travel. 

Accounting and Reporting Responsibilities:

• Month End Close Process: Responsible for accurate and timely month-end close activities, including project review meetings, journal preparation/review, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting. Currently close books on a quarterly basis, need to move to an 8 day close.
• Oversight of Financial Operations: Supervise general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and fixed asset activities to ensure transactions are processed accurately and promptly in accordance with internal policies.
• Audit Management: Coordinate annual audits for business unit locations, serving as the primary contact for corporate and external auditors.

• Assist General Manager/Business Unit President in analyzing business performance, preparing monthly operational reporting decks, and conducting variance analysis for corporate requests.

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing necessary documentation and supplemental reporting as required.

• Develop, document, and enforce appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in line with GAAP standards.
• Drive enhancements to financial and operational controls, particularly in a business dealing with repair/maintenance and design/build project services.

• Evaluate and optimize the financial accounting organization to meet reporting and control requirements effectively.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to accounting personnel to ensure reporting objectives are met and talent development initiatives are supported.

• Assist in post M&A activities and integration efforts, offering financial and strategic advice to management.

• Support General Manager with ad-hoc reporting and requests, including system enhancements, business analysis, modeling, and local tax compliance.

Skills Required

• Must Have POC (Percentage of Completion) Accounting expertise
• 8+ years of extensive experience in accounting leadership, with a proven track record of managing accounting teams effectively.
• Preferred background in public accounting or within a private equity-owned company.
• Strong experience in managing finances within multi-project-based organizations, particularly in sectors like Construction, Engineering, or other project-based industries.

Education & Work Experience

• MBA or CPA preferred
• Vast knowledge of POC (Percentage of Completion) Accounting Required

Controller

Buda, Texas

Facilities Services

Ref ID 1668744