About the Role
Cox Consulting Network is exclusively working with a profitable, member-owned firm in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry in its search for a Controller. This position reports to the Finance Director and is a key member of the leadership team. If you’re looking for a position in a profitable firm where you can be a trusted advisor, this is the position for you.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage payroll, accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), project accounting, invoicing, and financial reconciliations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal financial policies.
- Oversee and manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Mentor and support accounting staff, providing guidance and fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development.
- Ensure the timely completion of monthly deposits and reporting of financial transactions.
- Oversee government census reporting and ensure accurate and timely submission.
- Maintain and improve financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial statements.
- Coordinate audits and tax filings with external accountants.
- Manage debt and monitor financial obligations to optimize cash flow and minimize risk.
- Optimize the use of the firm’s ERP system, to improve financial reporting, forecasting, and operational efficiency.
- Provide training and guidance to internal teams on financial processes and best practices, ensuring company-wide financial literacy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher degree in Accounting
- CPA certification is a huge plus
- Project Accounting experience is required
- Excellent GAAP accounting knowledge and experience in financial reporting.
- Experience overseeing accounting functions, including payroll, AR, AP, project accounting, invoicing, and reconciliations.
- Experience managing financial reporting and working with external tax advisors to ensure tax compliance.
- Advanced proficiency with ERP software in an AEC environment. Deltek Vision, Ajera or VantagePoint experience is a plus.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to design and build complex spreadsheets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, have complex financial conversations, and guide accounting staff.
- Ability to travel to the company’s other Texas offices, as required (<10% of the time)
Skills
- GAAP accounting
- Financial reporting
- Payroll
- Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Project accounting
- Invoicing
- Financial reconciliations
- ERP system optimization
- Microsoft Excel
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Collaboration
- Financial guidance
Location
- Austin, Texas
- Houston, Texas
- Dallas, Texas
- West Texas
Work Type
- Hybrid
- 3 days/week in office
Experience Level
- Leadership team member
- Experience overseeing accounting functions
- Experience managing financial reporting
- Advanced proficiency with ERP software
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher degree in Accounting
- CPA certification
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus plan
- Hybrid work schedule - 3 days/week in office
- Major medical, dental & vision Insurance
- 401(k) retirement account with 4 1/2% match available
- Generous PTO plan and flexible work schedule
About the Company
- Profitable, member-owned firm in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
