What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Comfort Systems USA Southwest?
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller in the construction industry. This role is responsible for ensuring financial integrity, compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting executive leadership with strategic financial insights. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting and cost management within a publicly traded environment. This role will be on-site in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ability to support processes across all accounting functions including AR, AP, Payroll, and Service.
- Enforce internal controls to ensure financial accuracy, risk mitigation, and compliance with corporate policies.
- Manage financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes to drive profitability and cost efficiency.
- Oversee the payroll department and to ensure all employees are paid timely and correctly.
- Monitor cash flow, job costing, and project financials to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Oversee the Job Cost Accounting and the percentage of completion of contracts.
- Ensure reasonable discounts are taken and required debt payments are completed on a timely basis.
- Maintain a system of controls over all accounting transactions.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
- Support Company monthly close and provide timely information to Corporate Accounting Team
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with financial and tax reporting requirements.
- Lead and mentor the accounting and finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Stay updated on industry trends, accounting standards, and financial regulations impacting the construction industry.
- Other duties as assigned by Executive leadership.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5 years of progressive financial management experience, preferably within the construction industry or a publicly traded company.
- Preference may be given to candidates holding a CPA, CMA designation, or CCIFP.
- Familiar with GAAP and SOX compliance.
- Experience with construction accounting, job costing, and project financial management is helpful but not required.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, financial software, and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
- The ability to travel occasionally as needed for site visits, audits, or corporate meetings.
Benefits:
- Two Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Plans (non-tobacco) at no cost to you!
- Company paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.
- Other benefits include Vision, Dental, and optional insurance coverage.
- 7 paid holidays every year.
- Paid time off (PTO) – start accruing hours on Day 1.
- 401(k) Plan with company match!
- Company-paid life insurance & so much more.
- Base Salary.
- Bonus plan based on Company performance.
