Shepherd Search Group is partnered with Ballard Marine Construction to find their next Controller for their Home Office in Washougal, WA.
Job Summary:
The Controller will collaborate with the CEO and EVP on all financial aspects of our Marine Construction business and drive the company’s financial strategy and planning. The position is responsible for the preparation of financial statements which follow all regulatory and accounting guidelines. The position is also responsible for managing the accounting team to include day-to-day accounting operations, overseeing all transactions related to the general ledger, receivables, payables, and payroll.
The Controller must be a strategic thinker and effective leader, with the ability to guide the company toward continued profitability and long-term success. Using effective communication, collaboration and time management, this position provides internal support to the Executive Leadership Team, Operations, and other home office departments. Externally, this position is the relationship manager for banking and external CPA firm, providing reliable financial data and analytics to all shareholders, including the Board of Directors for the company.
We are looking for a reliable professional with a broad knowledge of accounting principles in the heavy civil/marine construction industry and with the ability to effectively communicate with principles and non-financial personnel. The individual must be willing and able to perform each accounting function as needed to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all accounting functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, and perform regular financial analysis.
- Oversee and review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts, and overhead cost.
- Recognize patterns in historical financial trends, evaluate and report on potential risks, and recommend mitigation actions to protect the company.
- Collaborate with the Accounting Manager on the monthly Financial Reporting Package (FRP) process and meeting to ensure regular review of the company’s financial performance while providing analysis and recommendations to the executive team.
- Coordinate the development of annual budgets and forecasts.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, including cash flow, notes, ratios, and trend analysis.
- Treasury management including daily cash audits and cash forecasting.
- Manage and oversee CPA firm during year-end annual audit.
- Oversee compliance of established internal controls and policies and collaborate with other company leaders with a goal of continuous improvement.
- Oversee multi-state, multi-union payroll with occasional international complications, including prevailing wage, certified payrolls, and multiple workers comp requirements.
- Manage all tax planning and compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements, including, property, sales, and other applicable taxes.
- Manage fixed asset and non-capital asset acquisitions, maintenance, and disposal within the accounting system. Facilitate and monitor fixed asset revenue tracking and reporting.
- Oversee monthly general ledger entries and account reviews and reconciliations.
- Lead and mentor department team members with the goal of developing and retaining an effective and efficient team of finance and accounting professionals.
Requirements:
Core Attributes:
- Grit and Resiliency – Digs deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. Never gives up. Takes on challenges that nobody else can or will.
- Comradery and Inspirational – Relishes being part of a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. Regularly celebrates wins and likes to have fun whether at work or at play. Looks for ways to instill life and energy into the world around them.
- Driven and Competitive – Loves competition. Loves to win and loves to learn when they lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. Obsessed to do their best and does what it takes to win.
- Trustworthy and Respectful – Passionate about honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. Values constructive conflict and ensures that even in conflict they treat others with respect.
- Ownership and Accountability – When something goes wrong, first “looks in the mirror” before “looking out the window.” Asks “what could I have done differently?” and then shares lessons learned. Regularly challenging self and others to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting finance or relevant field.
- Minimum of 10 years private construction financial management experience, ideally in the heavy civil/marine construction industry.
- Experience leading a staff of accounting professionals including in-house payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cost accounting.
- Experience leading multi-state, multi-union payroll
- CPA a plus
Skills:
- Knowledgeable in accounting concepts, practices, processes, and procedures
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of Work in Progress and revenue recognition in the construction industry.
- Knowledgeable with construction project documentation controls in relation to project set-up, change orders, and closeout within the accounting software.
- Advanced skills in extracting data from the accounting software and leveraging that data to provide detailed and relevant reports to drive the financial success of the business.
- Service oriented; driven to provide excellent service throughout the organization.
- Excellent ability to manage tasks and conflicting priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to meet daily, weekly, and monthly reporting deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting software, corporate principals, and financial analysis.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
- Work is generally performed while standing or sitting, in an office environment, with a computer and telephone.
- At times, work may be performed at a jobsite where additional training, certification(s), and clearances may be needed to comply with jobsite requirements.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
EEO Statement:
Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.