Assistant Controller - Legence

We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Controller to support our Contractor programs at Bel-Aire Mechanical. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing firm working to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future. 
The Assistant Controller is responsible for assisting in the preparation of the annual budget, interim forecasts, & corporate reporting. Assists Controller in compliance with internal & governmental regulations as well as corporate financial goals & policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepares departmental and capital budgets
• Prepares internal monthly and year-end financial statements and analysis
• Maintains & monitors capital expenditures
• Prepares annual insurance and property tax reports
• Prepares journal entries and coordinates close process
• Prepare account reconciliations & ensure accurate accruals are being held
• Prepares and analyzes all corporate monthly & quarterly schedules
• Monitors tooling & prototype program expenditures
• Responsible for Fixed Asset accounting, including depreciation, asset additions & disposals
• Assists Controller in regulations, financial policies and procedures
• Participates in continuous improvement activities, submits improvement suggestions.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Prepare monthly journal entries
• Perform monthly analysis of balance sheet and income statement
• Prepare monthly financial dashboard reports including related KPIs
• Prepare monthly reports for Projects, collections, billings, and contracts
• Assist in the monthly WIP (Work in Process) reporting
• Assist with annual audit preparation
• Participate in the annual budget process
• Perform ad hoc requests from management and Corporate
• Perform internal audit of job and contract revenue 
• Perform monthly analysis of labor and utilization 
• Audit financial transactions and documents
• Essential part of the team working closely with the Controller
• Other requests and analysis as needed
• Monthly, Quarterly, Annual Sales Tax Reporting
• Assist/oversee project billing team including review or preparation of AIA progress billings, SOVs, and GMP support.
• Oversee application and maintenance of critical licensing requirements, such as the Arizona Gaming License.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Firm knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 
• Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and understanding of percentage completion accounting preferred 
• Strong attitude of flexibility to adapt to change and pivoting of priorities as well as effective execution of multiple deliverables or projects at or near the same time
• Strong attention to detail, rigorous and methodical 
• Good analytical skills and ability to drive for problem resolution
• Work effectively with accounting team, management, project managers and external auditors.
• Produce accurate and timely accounting reports. 
• Strong and polished communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Ability to work with limited supervision 
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Must possess sound business ethics, including the protection of confidential information
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

Experience

• At least five years of combined work experience working in public accounting or corporate accounting. 
• Experience in construction industry a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required. 
• CPA required.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirements

• Periodic travel may be required for the role for meetings, as well as for Legence and/or client business needs.

No sponsorship available for this position
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