The Controller helps oversee the accounting for Brink Constructors, Inc. by providing overall direction for and management of the Accounting function of the company. Controller supports the Chief Financial Officer in responding to any Executive Management requests. Position will focus on the analysis and control of Shop expenses.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Provide executive level financial reporting and analysis to executive and project management personnel to promote sound and timely management decision-making, including requisite analysis and insight on revenue, project cost, indirect cost, and SG&A trends and variances
Responsible for monthly financial close activities including the effective assessment of project margins in light of current project operating conditions
In concert with executive and operational management, lead, prepare, and analyze monthly financial forecasts including revenue, margin, indirect cost, SG&A, and capital spend projections
Actively participate in senior management strategy sessions involving commercial considerations for pricing, capital expenditures, and other key operating matters
Ensure that financial reports are prepared in compliance with company policies and directives, GAAP, and SEC Reporting requirements
Assess and modify existing procedures and controls with the intent to improve process efficiency and/or effectiveness resulting in improved management decision making
Collaborate with operational billing team and shared service accounts payable and payroll teams to ensure seamless information flow for accounting, forecasting, and analysis purposes
Manage, report, and analyze working capital metrics primarily focused on timely customer billing and accounts receivable collection
Lead the annual financial planning process ensuring that the annual plan reflects company strategic objectives
Provide financial and contractual decision-making support for sales and proposals efforts
Deliver financial analysis and insight into capital investment decisions
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
Bachelors (or similar) degree in Accounting with a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial / management experience
CPA strongly preferred
Experience with cost control and business analysis
Must have knowledge of forecasting with the ability to help make business decisions based on finances
Ability to hold operations accountable to ensure controls are strongly adhered to in the operating environment.
Construction industry background preferred with significant experience and related interactions with project operations and executive management and experience using the percentage -of-completion accounting method.
Exhibits an internal and external client first disposition based on close collaboration, frequent communication, and a consulting / analytical mindset
Strong leadership and communication skills necessary to manage matters which are both directly and indirectly under the candidate's influence while working collaboratively in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to cooperatively problem-solve in a dynamic environment prone to fast-paced change
Ability to effectively analyze financial information and present to executive management for successful management decision making
Capacity to work independently while meeting multiple, competing deadlines with quality deliverables
Proven strategic thinker with effective execution skills and the ability to effectively organize and prioritize work
Preferred:
A driven and self-motivated professional;
Capable of balancing an entrepreneurial perspective (open minded thinking) with disciplined professional practice capabilities (operations partnering and support, US GAAP, administrative disciplines, business process and controls, enterprise risk management, high integrity and good judgment);
A leader capable of building a high functioning accounting team in a growth company environment;
Skilled in managing processes and projects;
Ability to be flexible in a dynamic, changing environment;
Solid strategic ability;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Strong decision-making skills;
Ability to deal with complex concepts comfortably.
Understanding of and ability to use enterprise-wide systems such as JD Edwards, Sage, Timberline and Hyperion Financial Management, as well as proficient use of MS Office applications.
License: Valid, Active Driver's License
Pre-screen: Upon offer, employees will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.
Benefits
401(k) with company match (traditional & roth available)
Paid Holidays and PTO
Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision
Additional Voluntary benefits available
Employee Discounts
Company paid:
Health Plan (HDHP 5,000 -other plan options available for cost)