What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller position at A.L. Huber Construction?
The Assistant Controller will be responsible for managing and overseeing financial records, ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions, and maintaining compliance with industry-specific regulations. The Assistant Controller has a strong understanding of construction accounting, including job costing, project management accounting, and financial reporting.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Generate reports on project profitability, cost allocations, and financial performance.
- Assist with the preparation of year-end financial statements and coordinate with external auditors.
- Track and allocate costs for construction projects, ensuring accurate job costing and reporting of labor, materials, subcontractor, and overhead expenses.
- Collaborate with project managers to monitor project budgets and ensure costs remain within scope.
- Prepare and update job cost reports, change orders, and cost-to-complete projections.
- Monitor cash flow and provide accurate forecasts for upcoming projects and operational expenses.
- Assist with managing and optimizing cash flow to ensure sufficient funds for project progress payments and operational needs.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (GAAP) and industry-specific regulations (e.g., FAR, AIA billing requirements).
- Maintain accurate records for tax filings, including sales tax, payroll taxes, and other applicable taxes.
- Support the preparation of documents and reports for audits and tax filings.
- Work closely with the project management team to track and report on project financials, including forecasting, billing, and cost management.
- Provide financial guidance to department heads to ensure effective budget management and cost control on construction projects.
- Assist with the preparation of bid proposals and estimates by providing relevant cost data.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Excellent grasp of the management of multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Outstanding memory and retention capabilities.
RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports directly to the Executive Vice President
- Interacts with all employees, architects, owners, trade partners and other staff as necessary
MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) designation preferred
- Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in the construction industry or a similar field preferred
- Strong understanding of construction accounting practices, including job costing, progress billing, and contract management
- Experience with construction-specific accounting software (e.g., Procore, Sage)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
- Knowledge of relevant tax laws, financial regulations, and industry standards
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and vendors
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/CONDITIONS REQUIREMENTS
- Office-based with potential site visits to construction projects as needed
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration
- Occasional overtime may be required to meet project deadlines or fiscal year-end needs
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, drive a vehicle, and ability to sit in a constricted space for several hours at a time
- Ability to see, hear and speak; specific abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral and depth vision
