Controller

Progressive Design

Midlothian, VA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Administrative Skills, Banking Services, Billing, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Capital Project, Cash Management, Compensation and Benefits, Construction Estimates, Consulting, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), Discrete Manufacturing, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Environmental Compliance, Feasibility Analysis, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Finance, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Food and Beverage Industry, Forecasting, Fortune 500 Customers, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Contracts, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Journal Entries, Leadership, Liquidity, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Operational Strategy, Operations, Payroll Accounting, Payroll Administration, Payroll Management, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Process Management, Product Design, Professional Services, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Records Management, Sales Tax, Startup, Tax Accounting, Tax Reporting, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Treasury

LOCATION

Midlothian, VA

POSTED

3 days ago

Progressive Design, Inc. (PDI) is currently seeking a Controller. This is a full-timeon-site position that is located in Midlothian, VA (Richmond, VA area).

Position Summary:
The Controller will serve as the organization’s lead accounting professional and will oversee the daily accounting operations of the business while supervising an internal accounting team consisting of an Accounting Associate and a Payroll & Benefits Specialist. The Controller will work directly with the President and senior leadership on all financial matters affecting the company.
The role is heavily focused on execution and operational accounting leadership, with responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records, managing monthly close processes, overseeing payroll and transactional accounting functions, and ensuring the overall accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial operations.

The Controller will report directly to the President and play a critical role in maintaining the consistency and reliability of the company’s accounting processes and financial controls.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead all day-to-day accounting operations for the organization
Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, vendor payments, and cash receipts
Manage payroll processes and support benefits administration in partnership with internal stakeholders
Prepare monthly financial reporting packages and maintain accurate financial records
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and GAAP standards
Manage cash position, forecasting, and liquidity, serving as the company’s primary treasury resource while maintaining external banking relationships and overseeing daily cash management activities
Oversee sales tax filings and general compliance-related accounting activities
Partner with outside accounting and tax advisors to support year-end financial review and tax reporting requirements
Supervise and support a small accounting and administrative team
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and maintain operational efficiency
Serve as the primary internal accounting resource for leadership and internal departments

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience
Prior experience in Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager roles
Strong experience managing month-end close and financial reporting processes
Experience overseeing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management
Experience supervising small accounting teams
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal accounting controls
Experience working within professional services, consulting, engineering services, or other project-based business environments preferred
Experience working with ERP or accounting systems (experience with Unanet AE is a plus)
Prior exposure to government contracting environments or familiarity with FAR/DFARS regulations is helpful but not required

Ideal Fit:

Long-term stability and established company culture
A hands-on leadership role with direct ownership of accounting operations
Working closely with a small collaborative team
A primarily in-office work environment with consistent schedule expectations
A manageable workload and healthy work-life balance

Compensation & Work Environment:

Competitive compensation package with a salary range of $120k-$140k with a 25% bonus target.

Full benefits package including medical benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and 401(k) match
Tuition reimbursement program
Role based in Midlothian, Virginia with flexibility to work remote one to two days per week
Standard work schedule with reasonable flexibility for personal appointments and occasional scheduling needs

Company Overview:
PDI is a private, family-owned, Heavy Industrial Engineering & Design Consulting firm that provides valued engineering services. Founded in 1986 PDI has grown to become one of the largest privately held multi-discipline engineering firms in central Virginia.
Our team’s knowledge and hands-on experience take projects from concept to startup. We support manufacturing facilities and clients in many key areas including: EPC/Turnkey projects, project feasibility studies, process improvement analysis, new process design, process upgrades, air pollution abatement technology and integration, environmental compliance, product design, industrial capital projects, and detailed project/construction estimates.
We serve Fortune 500 companies in industries such as chemical, tobacco, power, films, fibers, plastics, paper, pharmaceuticals, metals, food and beverage, and discrete manufacturing.

About the Company

Progressive Design

Founded in 1986 by its president, Robert Ranson, Progressive Design has grown to become one of the largest privately held multi-discipline engineering firms in central Virginia. Based in Richmond, our company is currently working with clients in Maine, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, Illinois, Ohio, Florida, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Texas, as well as Europe, Asia and South America. Possessing vast experience and technical expertise, we deliver unparalleled value to our customers. Progressive Design is a multi-discipline engineering consulting office supporting manufacturing facilities and clients with areas of specialization including: project feasibility studies, process improvement analysis, new process design, process upgrades, air pollution abatement technology and integration, environmental compliance, product design, industrial capital projects, and detailed project/construction estimates. The company serves Fortune 500 companies in industries such as food processing, films, fibers, plastics, paper, chemicals, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, power, metals, wastewater treatment, and discrete manufacturing. Throughout our history, our clients have deemed Progressive Design as the company setting the standard for engineering excellence. We are proud of this recognition, but what does it mean? The science of engineering and design is much more than producing accurate work. It is a process of complex problem solving, research and investigation, conceptual thinking, the accumulation of knowledge, expert technical performance, effective communication, and team building. Engineering and design demands enormous creative ability and the mental discipline to transform creativity into innovation. Progressive Design employees all share a relentless passion for excellence. They take enormous pride in their work and continuously strive to perform beyond client expectation.

COMPANY SIZE

20 to 49 employees

INDUSTRY

Engineering Services

FOUNDED

1986

WEBSITE

https://progressive-design.com/

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