What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting - Controller position at KBA, INC.?
TEAMS THAT BUILD TRUST
For over 30 years, KBA has successfully managed highly visible public and private construction projects, earning the trust and respect of clients throughout our community. It’s what we do. No one does it better. KBA is small enough to be flexible and responsive, yet big enough to manage large and complex projects. As 100% employee owned, we recognize our employees are our most important resource and the basis for our success. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences and cultures within our workforce. KBA offers an excellent benefits package that includes health insurance, 401K Plan, holidays, paid time off (PTO), and an employee stock ownership plan. We support and further professional growth and development. We work hard, and we have fun.
KBA, Inc. works on the area’s most technically challenging, complex, and award-winning construction projects:
Roads - Bridges & Highways - Transit
Water & Wastewater - Buildings - Land Development - Port Facilities
Bring your knowledge and expertise as our next Accounting Controller who will assist in the overall fiscal control of the organization, including but not limited to the oversight of the accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and payroll processing teams. The Controller will prepare budgets, forecasts, Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) schedule & other financial reports and presentations and facilitate KBA’s CPA firm with annual Tax Return. Applicant must have an understanding of FAR and Non FAR expenses. The Controller reports directly to the CFO and will work closely with the CEO/President and the KBA Board as needed.
Who you are and what you will be doing
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations (A/P, A/R, payroll, GL) and maintain accurate accounting records using Dynamics SL and KBA’s future Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, currently being selected, and Microsoft Excel while adhering to standard practice internal control procedures for all aspects of accounting.
- Monthly and annual review of outstanding A/R
- Review weekly timesheets & bi-weekly payroll processing for accuracy and completeness
- Review with the GL Accountant the month-end and year-end closing process & financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Review all necessary reports for compensation related functions such as: quarterly tax reports, 401(k) deposits, yearend W-2s, etc.
- Interface with Human Resource professionals to ensure compliance in all employee policy, benefits and pay matters
- Train, mentor and coach new and current accounting associates
- Provide backup for all accounting functions.
- Prepare financial reports and documents including snapshots, performance dashboards, forecasts, backlog analysis, budgets, and variance reports timely and accurately in compliance with GAAP.
- Prepare and deliver financial presentation for the company management/board meetings and attend management meetings
Monitor budget and YTD performance; make recommendations for corrective action to management - Act as immediate contact with other advisors on accounting matters and provide reports to the President as needed.
- Prepare and deliver financial presentation for the company management/board meetings and attend management meetings
- Manage audit, tax, accounting, banking, business licenses, business insurance, and financial planning for the organization.
- Responsible for annual budgets for KBA, Inc. and Business Leasing, LLC
- Prepare Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) Schedule for WSDOT audit
- Provide CPA with all tax detail work papers and interface with CPA regarding reviewed financial statements and annual tax return
- Support ESOP administrator & assist with annual company valuation
- Create efficiencies in accounting processes by moving away from legacy manual processes and implementing technology solutions and automation.
- Manage employees on the Accounting team and perform annual employee reviews.
Other Duties as Assigned
What you’ll need to be successful (minimum requirements):
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
- 5-8 years’ experience as a Finance Manager/Controller or related functions
- Working knowledge of accounting systems / small business software / ERPs
- Proficient with payroll requirements and outsourced payroll solutions (UKG preferred)
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and easily adaptable to new technology
- Familiarity with FAR and Non FAR expenses
- Understanding of consolidated accounting standards
- Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
- Excellent leadership qualities and abilities: the ability to take charge and assertively hold others accountable and enforce policies, while maintaining collaborative, supportive, encouraging relationships
- Ability to collaborate with leaders; an ease with presenting new ideas and opposing opinions with a willingness to support decisions once they are made
- Excellent writing and organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail, efficiency & problem-solving skills
- Forward thinking and initiative: the ability to take ownership of, direct, and complete complex projects; ability to bring top-notch business insights to the management table and make proactive recommendations for business decisions and strategies
What we’d love if you had (preferred requirements):
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity building Indirect Cost Rate Schedules
- Experience with engineering firms or consulting-based industry
- Proficient in Power BI
General Qualifications: Excellent written and oral communication skills are required, with the ability to interact with and support staff, managers, coworkers, and clients. Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to manage competing and pressing priorities. This is a full-time (M-F), exempt position with the ability to work remotely up to two days per week.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: Ability to lift 25 pounds such as boxes of records, is required. Ability to sit at a workstation and perform data entry is required. Ability to walk, stand, and stoop for prolonged periods as may be necessary to access and prepare files is required.
(100% employer paid for employees, with dependent coverage subsidies)
Medical and Prescriptions
Company Contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental
Vision
AFLAC Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off
Paid Personal Leave
Company Observed Holidays
Investment/Retirement Programs
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) Plan
Income Protection
Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Long Term Care Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Voluntary Guaranteed Issue
Supplemental Life and AD&D
Supplemental Long Term Care
Company Events
KBA Quarterly Safety Meetings
KBA Summer Picnic
KBA Company Campout
KBA Winter Banquet
Team Building Activities (marathons, sporting events, book club)
Community Projects
Professional Development
Professional Registrations, Licenses, and Certifications
Memberships in Professional and Technical Societies
Training and Education Assistance
KBA is committed to an inclusive work environment that is full of opportunity for all, with a workforce that reflects the region’s diversity. At the core of it all, our approach is shaped by a strong respect for people. KBA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KBA has won the American Council of Engineering Companies of Washington’s “Excellence in Inclusion” award for all three years that it has been awarded. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. KBA uses E-Verify to verify the ability of all new employees to legally work in the United States. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at careers@kbacm.com
