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Controller

Creative Financial Staffing

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$155,000–$200,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking Services, Billing, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Construction, Cost Control, Data Quality, Decision Support, Deltek Accounting Software, Deltek Vision, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Financial Planning, Financial Projections, Financial Risk Management, Financial Statements, Financial Strategy, Financial Systems, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Head of Finance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Payroll Accounting, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Profit & Loss, Project Control, Project Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Tax Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
2 days ago
Controller

$155,000-$200,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
  • They are hoping to find someone who could eventually take over the CFO years down the line.
  • This is with a growing and financially stable firm and proud of their strong culture.
  • In addition to manage the accounting team, this Controller will help the firm on the financial and strategic side of things.
  • They have wonderful benefits including they pay 100% healthcare for employees, profit sharing plans in addition to a 401K.
Key Responsibilities for the Controller:
  • Direct budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, analyzing performance against targets and addressing variances to support informed decision-making.
  • Develop and track KPIs, delivering clear financial insights and strategic guidance to leadership on operations, investments, and growth initiatives.
  • Manage financial risk, compliance, and internal control frameworks to ensure operational integrity and protect company assets.
  • Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and project accounting operations.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and lead the annual audit process while maintaining tax and regulatory compliance.
  • Administer and enhance ERP and financial systems, while managing cash flow and maintaining banking relationships.
  • Analyze project financial performance, including profitability, budgeting, and cost control, partnering with project managers to ensure alignment with financial goals.
  • Oversee billing operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of client invoicing.
  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure data accuracy and safeguard financial assets.
  • Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, establishing clear expectations, driving performance, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.
Qualifications for the Controller:
  • 7-20 years of experience within the design, engineering, architecture, or construction industries
  • Experience with Vantagepoint and/or Deltek Vision software is a must

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