Controller at Vaco, LLC
Novi, MI
About the Job
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to join our growing construction company
The Controller will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the company’s growth
This role will play a crucial part in managing the financial health of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management: Oversee all financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management
Ensure accurate and timely financial information is available to support decision-making.
Accounting Operations: Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities
Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant construction industry regulations.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop annual budgets and forecasts in collaboration with department heads, monitoring performance against the budget and implementing corrective actions as needed.
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
Cost Control: Implement and monitor cost control measures to maximize profitability on projects
Analyze project financials and provide insights to project managers regarding performance against budgets.
Internal Controls: Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting
Conduct regular audits and compliance reviews.
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
Oversee training and development initiatives for staff.
Tax Compliance: Manage tax planning and compliance, ensuring all federal, state, and local tax obligations are met timely and accurately
Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors as necessary.
Strategic Support: Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term financial strategies and support business development initiatives
Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a management role, preferably within the construction industry.
Strong knowledge of construction accounting practices, including job costing and contract management.
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with team members, management, and external stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals
As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity
You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications
You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application
In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies
California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to join our growing construction company
The Controller will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the company’s growth
This role will play a crucial part in managing the financial health of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management: Oversee all financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management
Ensure accurate and timely financial information is available to support decision-making.
Accounting Operations: Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities
Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant construction industry regulations.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop annual budgets and forecasts in collaboration with department heads, monitoring performance against the budget and implementing corrective actions as needed.
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
Cost Control: Implement and monitor cost control measures to maximize profitability on projects
Analyze project financials and provide insights to project managers regarding performance against budgets.
Internal Controls: Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting
Conduct regular audits and compliance reviews.
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
Oversee training and development initiatives for staff.
Tax Compliance: Manage tax planning and compliance, ensuring all federal, state, and local tax obligations are met timely and accurately
Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors as necessary.
Strategic Support: Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term financial strategies and support business development initiatives
Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a management role, preferably within the construction industry.
Strong knowledge of construction accounting practices, including job costing and contract management.
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with team members, management, and external stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals
As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
HR@vaco.com
.Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity
You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications
You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application
In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies
California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
