Controller - Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Position: Controller

Duration: Direct Hire

Salary: $180,000-$220,000

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management

   • Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
   • Develop, monitor, and update project budgets, ensuring costs align with estimates.
   • Prepare and present accurate financial statements and management reports.

2. Project Accounting

   • Track project-specific expenses, revenue, and profitability.
   • Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate cost coding and timely invoicing.
   • Manage and forecast cash flow for ongoing projects.

3. Compliance and Risk Management

   • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including tax and labor laws.
   • Conduct audits to identify and mitigate financial risks.
   • Maintain proper documentation for financial transactions and regulatory filings.

4. Strategic Planning

   • Partner with executive leadership to create financial strategies that support business objectives.
   • Analyze financial trends and offer recommendations to optimize profitability and efficiency.
   • Assist in long-term financial planning and investment decisions.

5. Team Leadership

   • Manage and mentor the accounting and finance team.
   • Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
   • Foster collaboration between departments to streamline processes and improve reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in construction accounting or financial management.
• Proficiency in construction accounting software (e.g., Procore, Sage 300, or Viewpoint).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and construction-specific accounting standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.