Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Controller based in Albuquerque, NM. This role offers hybrid flexibility for candidates located in surrounding states, with an expectation to travel to the Albuquerque office up to twice per month.

Title: Controller
Type: Direct Hire/Permanent
Location: This role offers hybrid flexibility for candidates located in surrounding states, with an expectation to travel to the Albuquerque office up to twice per month.
Schedule: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Compensation will vary upon experience:

• Entry: $100,000 - $115,000
• Mid: $120,000 - $150,000
• Senior: $160,000 - $180,000

• Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment
• Oversee all accounting operations with a strong emphasis on technical accounting, compliance, and internal controls
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, GAAP, and public company reporting standards
• Apply and oversee ASC 606 revenue recognition and percentage-of-completion accounting for project-based work
• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements and reporting packages for leadership
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules to ensure integrity of financial data
• Partner closely with executive leadership to deliver financial insights and support strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Operations to monitor job performance, cost trends, and margin risks
• Drive project forecasting, backlog analysis, and financial planning efforts
• Proactively identify and escalate risks impacting profitability, timelines, and project outcomes
• Lead process improvements and optimize ERP systems and financial workflows to increase efficiency and scalability
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements across the organization

• 6-7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong foundation in technical accounting within a public company environment
• Deep understanding of ASC 606 and SOX compliance
• Experience leading or mentoring a team
• Proficiency with ERP systems
• CPA preferred but not required
• Background in construction, manufacturing, engineering, or other project-based industries
• Experience in a union environment
• Exposure to project-based or contract accounting models

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