Controller - New Gig Solutions

New Gig Solutions is thrilled to partner with an innovative engineering firm to find their next Controller! This is an incredible opportunity for a seasoned financial professional who thrives in strategic financial planning and operational management within a dynamic environment.

About the Role

As the Controller, you’ll be instrumental in overseeing all accounting and finance functions. This role combines strategic financial oversight with hands-on management, focusing on regulatory compliance, team leadership, and business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain efficient accounting procedures and systems
• Deliver timely financial reviews and status updates
• Lead all accounting operational functions, including A/R, A/P, and cash management
• Oversee the preparation of internal and external financial statements
• Manage payroll and benefit program administration
• Hire, manage, and develop accounting team members to foster retention and growth
• Recommend economic strategies, objectives, and policies to management
• Identify and mitigate financial risks
• Support management with data-driven decision-making
• Manage budgeting and assist in annual business planning
• Advise on operational changes due to tax code updates
• Prepare comprehensive reports on business activity and financial position
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, including tax planning and reporting
• Advise on insurance coverage to improve financial performance
• Compute overhead rates in compliance with FAR
• Establish relationships with banks and financial institutions
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers
• Perform other related duties as needed

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• CPA certification required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, FAR, and financial regulations
• Proficiency with accounting software and financial analysis tools
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Demonstrated integrity and trustworthiness
• Ability to mentor and develop a team of accounting professionals
• Adaptable to changing business environments and technologies
• Effective collaboration with diverse staff

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Additional certifications such as CMA
• Experience in the AEC/Civil Engineering Consulting industry
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce NOW and Deltek Ajera

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assign tasks, communicate effectively, provide feedback, recognize achievements, and manage team dynamics
• Demonstrate strong leadership to balance individual needs with department and organizational goals

Benefits

• 2-4 weeks of vacation (based on experience)
• Sick leave: 1 hour per 30 hours worked
• 8 paid holidays and 3 paid bereavement days
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance fully covered for full-time employees
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program and bonus opportunities
• Professional development and continuing education reimbursement
• Flexible schedule for work-life balance