Controller

Join us at the intersection of
INGENUITY & INCLUSION
About the Role
Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) has an opportunity for an experienced Controller to join our Finance and Accounting Team! We are a leading engineering firm known for quality and responsiveness and a proven track record of success as a Prime civil engineering firm. The Controller will manage the Accounting and Finance Department, maintain completely accurate records of the firm's transactions, and review financial statements to determine the firm's financial health and take action accordingly. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to build a company based on Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity!
Essential Duties/Functions and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller does whatever is required for the firm to perform well financially, meet legal requirements, and keep the financial state in good standing. This position will work closely with the President and other Senior Leadership Members. The Controller is responsible for the financial reporting and financial soundness of the firm. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare financial reports, financial forecasts and statements to understand the financial state of business and coordinate with external auditors
• Supports the CFO in managing the Budget process including preparing Operating Budgets, and monitoring variances
• Monitors the firm's financial reports and conducts financial analysis to identify efficiency trends in areas of cost reduction
• Oversee the daily accounting operations including A/R, A/P, Invoicing, Expense Reports, payroll, Month-End Close, Year-End Close and completion of the Form-5500
• Manages the collection of delinquent accounts receivable
• Supervises all assigned accounting and support staff
• Oversee Regulatory Reporting including Tax Planning and Compliance
• Maintains and reports all financial statistics regarding the firm's performance, according to GAAP, including cash flow, accrual P&L, and balance sheet.
• Develops and maintains a firmwide database of information on past projects/clients from a profitability and historical collections point of view
• Supports the CFO in guiding the firm's strategic financial decisions
• Assists the CFO in identifying prospective bankers, financial opportunities and developing relationships and educates them about the business of the firm and negotiate banking/credit terms
• Note, this position may require some extra hours or weekends to meet deadlines, and high demand during peak Finance seasons

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics and/or Business Administration required; MBA, CPA, or Certified Controller desired
• The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years' experience as a Controller or similar role in the AEC or EPC Industry preferably

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to details
• Intermediate to advance experience with Deltek VantagePoint or similar CRM system
• Technical Accounting skills
• Strong financial reporting experience
• Demonstrates Integrity and ethical decision making
• Able to coordinate and lead Audits
• Prepare and complete accurate financial statements
• Able to create Budgets and Forecast
• Able to analyze cost and profits
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey and translate financial concepts, ideas, and accurate information to individuals at all levels
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Other Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' supervisory experience
• Management experience
• Problem solving skills

Benefits and Perks:

• Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability Program
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Appreciation Program
• IEI University
• An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program
• Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view
• You are welcome to be your authentic self
• Philanthropic Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work outdoors in various weather conditions, possibly for an extended period depending on the assignment type.
IEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Pay Range: $99,000 - $130,000 per year