What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller, Commercial Construction position at The Hagerman Group?
Who is the Perfect Candidate? Join our dynamic team as an inspiring Assistant Controller, where you’ll take the reins of our financial operations and lead the way in payroll management! This pivotal role not only offers the chance to showcase your financial leadership but also allows you to dive deep into the specialized world of payroll in a commercial construction multi-union, multi-site company. You'll play a key part in ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering financial reporting. If you're passionate about shaping the future of our financial landscape and passionate about driving efficiency, we want to hear from you!
Role and Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the payroll process for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate payroll distribution.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations related to payroll and employment taxes.
- Utilize the CMiC system to manage and streamline payroll functions effectively.
- Ensure accuracy of various payroll deductions related to multiple craftworker unions and other employee groups.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the payroll team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
- Communicate proactively with employees regarding payroll inquiries, ensuring clear and timely responses.
- Prepare, analyze, and present payroll reports to management, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting timelines.
- Collaborate with HR and finance departments to streamline payroll processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Prepare and submit payroll tax reports, ensuring the timely payment of payroll taxes and related obligations.
Additional duties
- Stay updated on changes to tax laws and regulations to minimize risk, ensuring compliance and best practices.
- Develop and maintain payroll policies and procedures that adhere to regulations while improving efficiency.
- Assist with internal and external audits related to payroll and taxation, providing necessary documentation and support.
- Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned, supporting overall department objectives.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations related to payroll.
- Proficiency in CMiC software is preferred; experience in additional accounting software is a plus.
- Experience in the construction industry is desirable but not mandatory.
- Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities, capable of handling multiple priorities efficiently.
Who is Hagerman?
Since 1908 The Hagerman Family has built trust and earned confidence as leaders in diverse markets of the construction industry. We are a construction solution provider.
What We DO:
General Contracting
Construction Management
Design-Build
Self- performance
Markets Involved In:
Healthcare
Education
Industrial
Civic/Public
Corporate
When you join Hagerman, you will help build the future, so it only makes sense that we invest in you. Hagerman’s complete benefits package for regular, full-time employees includes:
- Relocation Accommodations
- Competitive Salary
- Annual Incentive
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation Days of Paid Time-off
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401k Retirement Program (with company match)
- Summer Hours
- Employee Assistance Program
- Optional, Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Support for Volunteer Work
- Growth opportunities - Career Pathing Program!
- The Hagerman Institute - Customized Learning & Development
- Thriving Collaborate Culture
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus
- Parental Leave
Want to Learn More Apply Now or send your resume to our Talent Acquisition Manager, Shermeen Zaidi to set up a meeting at szaidi@hagermangc.com
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.
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test, or have an active CCS (or equivalent) status. This position does not include sponsorship for US Work Authorization.
Notice to third parties: Please note that Hagerman does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Hagerman will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Hagerman explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Hagerman.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
