Controller- GC Construction - Harlem NY

Exciting Job Opportunity: Controller/CFO for NYC's Premier General Construction Firm!

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role and shape the financial landscape of one of New York City's most reputable construction management firms? We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller/CFO to join our esteemed client's dynamic team. This is your chance to lead the financial operations and strategic planning for a company that specializes in groundbreaking out-of-the-ground commercial and high-rise residential construction projects in the vibrant NYC market.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Planning, managing and coordinating all financial functions.

• Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets-results and forecasts.

• Manage and review all transactional accounting areas: including but not limited to AR, AP, Payroll and Job Costing.

• Drive and manage the close process based on monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements.

• Work with the Risk Manager to lead the Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) reporting and audits.

• Evaluate and improve all financial policies, controls and processes that will position for efficient and effective continued growth.

• Evaluate opportunities for process improvement and implementation of best methods and practices.

• Manage, monitor, and evolve the financial systems of the organization along with the CEO and Executive Team to support the firm's overall short and long-term strategic objectives.

• Manage relationship with our outside accounting firm - coordinate activities of outside auditors and tax advisors, including personal account and estate advisor.

• Along with Human Resources support, hire, train, manage, mentor and review work of staff.

• Work with other members of management for best Employment practices.

• Administer and perform Credit/Collections activity with Operations and Accounting staff.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with accounting staff to improve management efficiency.

• Close coordination, collaboration and partnership with project management leaders.

• Project set up, tracking and analysis on an ongoing basis.

• Work with Director of Operations and the Project Management teams generating cost reports, analyzing Work in Progress reports and producing financial forecasts or projections.

• Complete the timely preparation of all tax related issues and filings.

• Prepare regular, and ad-hoc, reporting, forecasting and analysis.

• Be a business partner to Ownership, and other functional leadership, providing financial and strategic decision support.

• Coordinate and analyze internal and external financial statements (financial performance, projections and other special projects as required).

• Coordinate the annual budget process, present budget and prepare short and long term financial forecasts.

• Oversee regulatory reporting and accounting policies and procedures.

• Audits (Financial, Insurance, Corporate, CCIP, 401K, Sales tax)

REQUIREMENTS

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field – MBA, MS or CPA is desirable.

• 15 years minimum of related construction accounting experience.

• Experience in a Controller position.

• Experience in public accounting - CPA is desirable.

• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.

• Strong experience with building Construction accounting process and controls.

• Experience hiring, training and developing accounting staff and managing employees.

• Outstanding communication and team building skills.

• Strong accounting acumen as well as superior analytical skills.

• Sound technical skills, good judgment and strong operational focus.

• Sage 300 Experience is preferred

Today is the day to seize this thrilling opportunity and become an integral part of our client's innovative and growth-oriented organization. Join forces with a company that is shaping the iconic skyline of New York City through exceptional commercial and high-rise residential projects. Apply now and make your mark in the construction industry!