Controller

Controller

New York | In-Studio

S9 Architecture is an award-winning full-service design firm composed of 55+ designers dedicated to designing everything from interior spaces to buildings and neighborhoods that respectfully integrate and enhance communities and cities.

Our culture embraces intelligent and quick-witted people who thrive in fast paced collaborative environments.  We are seeking an important leader who will be regarded for their knowledge, intellect, and full-time presence in the office five days a week.

The Controller will advise the Principals of the studio on issues related to strategic and tactical financial planning, risk assessment and mitigation, trend analysis and asset management. The Controller also leads the financial team and maintains relationships with the firm’s financial institutions, CPA, business consultants, and legal counsel. In addition, the Controller ensures that the firm’s financial monitoring systems and performance are consistent with the goals, objectives, and vision of the firm. The position calls for leadership, commitment, teamwork, independent judgment, initiative, and excellent communications and technical skills.

The controller will report directly to the firm’s management and work closely with the Founding Principal and Managing Principal as well as a Financial Consultant. In this role, the Controller will coordinate the company’s finance and accounting matters which will include accounts receivables, accounts payables, bank reconciliation, cash, and general ledger accounts. 

We’re excited to meet you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• 8-10+ years of related work experience with a minimum of 5 years of recent experience in a leadership role for a similar sized/ valued AEC firm.  
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• Working knowledge of Deltek Vision or Deltek Vantagepoint experience strongly preferred.
• Advance knowledge of ERP accounting systems.
• Advance Excel skills required.
• A highly ethical professional with strategic vision and sound technical skills.
• Possess superb communication skills with an ability to present information clearly.

Key Areas You’ll Focus on include (not limited to):

• Management of Deltek Vision, the firm's project management, accounting, and timesheet program.
• Uphold Vision project maintenance.  Ensure that every project has a budget for each milestone and include additional service letters by project manager.
• Analysis and project maintenance of project contracts.
• Management of billing rates for all projects.
• Weekly cash flow reporting and assessment.
• Accounts Receivable- including the overseeing and (when needed) preparation of all invoices and collections.
• Accounts Payable
• Provide bi-weekly financial reports to the Principals, including cash flow, monthly expenses and revenue reports, AP, and AR.
• Deposits (banking and posting in Vision).
• Keep track of bank balances daily.
• Bank and credit card reconciliations in Vision.
• Submit semi-monthly payroll and record in Vision.
• Provide W-9, COI's (general & professional) to clients.
• Assist with Financial Consultant with annual budget.
• Assist with CPA with year-end accounting.
• Forecasting of cash flow and cash available based on a variety of investment and expansion scenarios.  Develop a capitalization plan.
• Evaluate current and future processes to predict profitability and develop tools and procedures to maximize it.
• Perform cost benefit analysis on planned capital expenditure to assist in establishing corporate direction.
• Secure credit facilities and maintain covenants with bank.
• In concert with HR department, evaluate yearly salary levels and billing rates and advise on adjustment that keep the firm competitive in the industry and help recruit and retain quality staff.
• Enhance financial relationships with bank, CPA, and other financial institutions.
• In concert with HR department evaluate and recommend strategies to the company's operations cost of business, including but not limited to employee benefits, 401k plans, health and welfare benefits, Error and Omissions insurance, and general insurance.
• Assist in the training of our Project Managers.

S9 Offers:

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance and employee assistance program. 

Savings: 401k with matching, pre-tax spending accounts, gym membership reimbursement, and employee discount programs.

Professional Development: Allowance available for conferences and continuing education. 

Compensation: $135,000-$150,000 based upon experience, qualifications and education.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered.

Salary range: 

The range above is a good faith estimate based on the expectations as laid out in the job description.  We are, however, often open to a wide variety of profiles and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted.  If that ends up being the case, the actual salary may vary from the estimates provided above.

S9 Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.