Experienced Corporate Controller, Salt Lake City UT at State Fire

South Salt Lake, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Accounting Operations, Internal Controls, NetSuite, Month-End Close, Year-End Close, General Ledger, Job Cost Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Financial Analysis, GAAP Compliance, Audit Readiness, Process Optimization, Team Management, Financial Modeling, Cash Flow Projections

Industry

Fire Protection

Description

Description Position Summary The Corporate Controller will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, accounting operations, compliance, and internal controls for a growing construction firm. This leadership role requires a strategic, hands-on professional with 8+ years of experience, ideally in construction or related industries, and strong familiarity with NetSuite. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, driving financial accuracy, process optimization, and team performance. Key Responsibilities Lead month-end and year-end close processes using NetSuite and integrated systems, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting Oversee general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments across multiple entities, jobs, and cost centers Direct revenue recognition, job cost accounting, and project-based financial analysis for fire protection services and construction projects Manage reconciliation of credit cards, expenses, vendor accounts, and bank statements via platforms like Ramp Supervise ongoing NetSuite migration from Microsoft Dynamics GP, including data integrity, testing, training, and optimization Prepare financial statements, variance analyses, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections for executive review Ensure robust internal controls, GAAP compliance, and audit readiness; coordinate with internal/external auditors Develop and implement accounting policies, workflows, and efficiencies to support company growth and scalability Partner with operations, project teams, and leadership to enhance financial visibility, cost management, and decision-making Mentor and manage a small accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability Monitor key financial metrics, KPIs, and risk areas; advise on tax strategies, treasury, and capital planning Why Join Us? Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options 401K with company match Generous paid time off $50K company-paid life insurance Opportunity to lead finance in a collaborative, high-growth team Requirements Essential Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification required 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a controller or senior leadership role Deep knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance Proven expertise with NetSuite (implementation/migration experience strongly preferred) and advanced Excel; familiarity with Ramp or similar tools Construction industry experience preferred, with understanding of job costing, revenue recognition, and project-based accounting Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced setting Strong leadership and communication skills; experience building and mentoring teams Preferred Experience Public accounting background Exposure to multi-entity consolidations, budgeting/forecasting, and ERP optimizations Knowledge of construction-specific financial challenges (e.g., retainage, change orders, lien management)

Responsibilities

The Corporate Controller will lead all financial reporting, accounting operations, compliance, and internal controls for a construction firm, overseeing month-end/year-end closes and managing job cost accounting for construction projects. This role also involves supervising the NetSuite migration, preparing executive financial statements, and mentoring the accounting team.