Controller - Virtual Company
Raleigh, NC 27607
About the Job
We are partnering with a construction company looking for a Controller to oversee all financial aspects of the company. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of all financial activities, as well as timely and precise financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in driving financial excellence and maintaining standards across accounting functions.
Responsibilities
- Oversee accounting, control, audit, and administrative functions to ensure they are executed effectively and efficiently.
- Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic financial plans and initiatives. Provide financial insights and support for business development, project management, and operational decisions.
- Lead the budgeting process, including the preparation, review, and presentation of project and division budgets. Develop financial forecasts and models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
- Monitor budget performance, providing recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements.
- Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations (e.g., GAAP, IFRS). Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Support the contract and closing processes, including the review of contracts and preparation of closing documents for customer transactions and acquisitions.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the Financial and Administrative staff to foster a high-performance team environment.
- Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies and procedures throughout the organization.
- Guarantee that all corporate and operational reports are submitted accurately and on time.
- Assist in managing information system issues and concerns to maintain operational efficiency.
- Maintain responsibility for the accuracy of financial reports for assigned entities and subsidiaries.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA is required.
- A minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and finance, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Experience in the cost accounting in the construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and internal controls.
- Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., ERP systems, MS Excel).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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
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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.
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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.