Controller

About AHA

AHA was founded in 1991 and continues to successfully work with award-winning architects, top real estate developers, Ivy League and other prestigious colleges and universities, as well as life science, manufacturing and mission critical Fortune 500 companies. We have a passionate team of approximately 130 experts in four office locations plus additional fully remote staff to deliver the design of high performance facilities throughout the United States.

Why AHA 

• Work in a smaller, flexible department where you can have an immediate impact
• Full benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability and Domestic Partner coverage – health insurance starts day one!
• Paid holidays, vacation/sick time, and parental and medical leave
• Annual 401(k) contribution by the firm
• Employee ESOP Plan
• Transparent “Path to Partnership” Program
• Professional development and tuition / certifications reimbursement
• Many of our employees have been with us for more than 20 years!
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules, including early Fridays year-round

The Position

The Controller role is a hands-on position in a privately held mid-sized engineering consulting firm with an annual revenue in the $25M-$30M range. The role’s 40-hour work week will have a flexible and hybrid work schedule based on the most current Company policies. The in-person location is AHA’s main office in Burlington, MA. The role will also include the supervision and management of an existing three-person accounting staff located in the Burlington, MA office. This position will report to designated Managing Partner(s) as well as work collaboratively with the Director of Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of entries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal Board of Directors.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads.
• Provide financial forecasting and variance analysis.

Cash Flow Management:

• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Communicate and coordinate with financial institution/bank regarding cash accounts as well as operating line of credit

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors.
• Maintain accurate records to meet regulatory and legal requirements.

Strategic Support:

• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Collaborate with Director of Human Resources
• Collaborate with Managing Partners and Board of Directors

Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a small accounting team, ensuring their professional development.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration within the finance team.

Position Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, preferably in a small to mid sized professional services or consulting firm environment with a minimum of 3 years of experience at the Controller level.
• Strong interpersonal skills who can effectively supervise, manage, delegate as well as continue to develop and motivate the existing staff on site
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Deltek, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Position Qualifications (Preferred)

• MBA or CPA / CMA (plus but no required)
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint
• Periodic travel to other AHA offices

AHA provides full time benefits for a minimum of 30 hours/week work.    This includes a flexible work environment, health, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, LTD, STD, Student Debt Match Program, 401(k) match / profit sharing, ESOP, and tuition reimbursement. The majority of our employees are with us for more than 20 years!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.  AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc., is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace.

Staffing Firms Notice – AHA does not accept resumes from staffing firms unless there is an agreement in place – please refer to AHA website.

Immigration Notice – AHA does not provide sponsorship.