Construction Financial Controller

DC Building Group (DCBG) is seeking a Controller to join our team! If you are passionate about finance, love the thrill of the construction industry, and want to be part of a company that is building the future, this is the opportunity for you!

DCBG is one of the largest, locally owned general contracting firms in Las Vegas! We serve many sectors in the community including office, medical, industrial, retail, religious, nonprofit, aviation, and education.

Our mission is: To enhance the lives of our families and the community we serve. Our team conducts business with the highest degree of integrity and with a deep-seeded commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. What sets us apart is our commitment to service, safety, quality, and our team members!

As our Controller, you will be a member of our Management Team, serving as a strategic partner with the CEO. As the financial backbone of the company, you will LEAD our Accounting Team and oversee the financial operations of DC Building Group strategically planning and managing the company’s financial needs.

The Controller will coordinate and foster effective working relationships with a variety of outside agencies, firms, and companies. Collaboration, leadership, sound judgement, analytical and organizational skills will be key to success. The ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of finance and accounting principles, GAAP, and financial planning.

DCBG seeks candidates who have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and ten (10) years of experience in finance or accounting in the construction industry, with four (4) years at a management level.

Prior public accounting experience and CCIFP certification are desired.

Employee flexibility, quality of life and well-being are some of our most important values. Become part of the DCBG team and enjoy:

• Generous paid time off programs.
• 100% employer paid employee health insurance premiums.
• Employer 401k Match.
• A culture where we care about our employees and their well-being.

If you are ready to bring your financial expertise and be part of a company that is shaping the future of construction in Las Vegas, apply now and join the DC Building Group family!

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Summary

As a member of the Management Team, the Controller is responsible for the overall management and direction of the Accounting Team and financial operations of DC Building Group, LLC (DCBG).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing training and support as needed.
• Oversees, organizes, and plans the company’s financial requirements to optimize investment returns, ensure financial security, and foster company growth in line with yearly targets and objectives.
• Ensures the timely and accurate execution of payroll, taxes, benefit contributions, and allowances.
• Prepares the monthly financial reports accurately with supporting documents. Offers written suggestions for future actions based on the performance of key performance indicators and outcomes.
• Monitors expenses, budgeting, and financial performance of DCBG to meet the company's overarching objectives.
• Collaborates with the Operations Team to ensure accurate financial tracking of each project by overseeing budgets, costs, profits, and managing potential risks.
• Prepares and presents preliminary balance sheet, income statements, and associated Work in Progress (WIP) reports to the CEO for examination.
• Manages the monthly invoicing and collections procedures, payment processing in accordance with contractual terms to maintain project cash flow and absorb overhead costs.
• Collaborates closely with the CEO to strategically organize and ready the company for continued growth, mitigate risk, and develop efficient operating systems to increase profitability and optimize distributions.
• Oversee and manage the Human Resources department to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships with a range of external agencies, businesses, and organizations, including but not limited to those in the banking, legal, tax and audit, bonding, and insurance sectors, to procure the necessary professional services for project acquisition and precise reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of all facets of finance and accounting within the commercial general contracting construction industry, GAAP accounting and financial principles and practices, systems and processes, project life cycles, applicable laws, regulations and reporting requirements, strategic financial planning, and leadership and management principles and practices.
• General knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and programs.
• Knowledge of how to identify and respond appropriately to issues, concerns, and needs.
• Proficiency in managing time well, work independently with little oversight, adhering to deadlines, and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Skilled in carrying out research, dissecting complicated problems, develop, recommend, implement and execute strategic solutions.
• Skilled in leading and coordinating teams internally and externally. Establish and oversee the execution of goals, objectives, and processes to deliver sound financial services that align with the company's standards.
• Ability to guide the creation of financial policies and regulations; adept at problem-solving, evaluating different solutions, forecasting outcomes of potential actions, and executing advised courses of action to achieve objectives.
• Competencies in proficiently handling complaints and problems; ability to use judgment and make rapid, logical, autonomous choices within the bounds of legal and procedural standards and apply efficient negotiation strategies.
• Technical abilities, encompassing computer literacy and relevant ERP software; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective and professional communication abilities in both writing and speaking, with an emphasis on clarity and conciseness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in Finance or Accounting in the construction industry, four (4) years of which were at a management level. An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience and/or certification may be considered.
• Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483.
• Must pass a nation-wide background check and pre-employment drug test.

Desirable Qualifications

• Prior public accounting experience.
• CCIFP certification or candidate seeking certification.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The role requires the ability to work in a standard office environment. It involves prolonged periods of sitting and utilizing a computer; engaging in repetitive hand, wrist, or finger movements; extending hands and arms; along with activities like walking, bending, or kneeling.
• Vision to read computer screens, printed documents, and video displays.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in-person, via video conference or over the telephone.
• Mobility to travel to various job sites, client meetings and other business-related job sites. and meetings.
• Capable of lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds, with infrequent cases of up to 30 pounds, requiring either team-lifting or mechanical help for anything heavier.

This description is intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and is not intended to describe in detail all the position's specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty. Additionally, it is not intended to limit management's rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience:

• General Contracting: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CCIFP Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Las Vegas, NV 89119: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person