Financial Controller

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to oversee and actively manage the financial operations of our roofing business. This hands-on role requires a strong understanding of percent-of-completion accounting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) review, and daily involvement in financial oversight. The ideal candidate will have experience leading a local finance team, driving process improvements, and collaborating with operations to ensure accurate financial reporting and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee Work-in-Progress (WIP) accounting, ensuring accurate project forecast, revenue recognition, and cost tracking.
• Monitor project financials, collaborating with project managers to track performance and improve profitability and cash flow.
• Review and analyze job costing, under/over-billed contracts, and forecasting accuracy.
• Implement processes to ensure proper accounting treatment for under/over-billed contracts, job cost allocation, and forecasting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.

System Implementation and Process Improvement

• Lead or assist in implementing financial systems, ensuring seamless integration with existing processes.
• Identify opportunities for automation, streamline workflows, and enhance financial reporting capabilities in both accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Oversee, review and ensure the timely and accurate reconciliation of all accounts and general ledger.

Hands-On Operational Involvement

• Work closely with field operations to ensure proper cost controls, job costing, and billing accuracy.
• Implement financial best practices tailored to the roofing industry and improve job profitability tracking.
• Assist in system implementations and upgrades to enhance financial reporting and process automation.
• Ensure compliance in areas such as tax, audit, bonding, lending, and other areas as appropriate.
• Support job site financial analysis, ensuring alignment between operations and finance.

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor the local accounting team, providing hands-on leadership and development.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture focused on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Provide training on financial systems, policies, and industry best practices for the team.
• Serve as a financial liaison between field operations and corporate finance.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with construction accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and financial integrity.
• Oversee the audit process, ensuring timely preparation of schedules and coordination with external auditors.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

• 7+ years of accounting and financial leadership experience, preferably in construction or roofing.
• Strong expertise in Work-in-Progress (WIP) accounting and percent-of-completion accounting highly preferred.
• Experience managing a local finance team and leading process improvements.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (Business Central, EDGE, Job Nimbus).
• Excellent analytical skills, problem-solving mindset, and hands-on leadership abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with field operations and senior leadership to drive financial success.