[Hiring] VP & Controller @RailWorks

Role Description

• The VP & Controller acts as the financial liaison between the corporate accounting department and field operations to ensure compliance with accounting, payroll and personnel policies, procedures, requirements, and guidelines.
• Manages the staff and processes for the Major Projects finance and shared services hub.
• Manages financial and accounting functions for the group, ensures that accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles, and that internal policies and controls are followed. A major function of this position is involvement in the full cycle of new projects, from the bidding stage to project completion.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Acts as subject matter expert for site accounting and accounting-related issues.
• Prepares and/or oversees the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and periodic accounting and financial information including variance reports, budgets, financial statements, and forecasts.
• Supports multiple construction project teams and manages the financial needs and reporting requirements of each one.
• Manages the financial side of joint ventures, from both a lead and minority position.
• Ensures integrity of financial records by maintaining a strong internal control environment in compliance with Company policies, GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley; provides feedback of any corrective action required.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements; prepares and/or oversees preparation of reports to government and regulatory agencies.
• Prepares analyses for and acts as liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Manages month-end close process.
• Manages site implementation of corporate accounting-related initiatives.
• Leads the preparation of the annual operating budget.
• Performs annual staff performance evaluations.
• Interviews, trains and supports staff in a variety of areas, including policies and procedures, payroll activities, AP, AR, job costs and HR.
• Prepares ad hoc reports and works on special projects as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA a plus.
• A minimum of 7 years senior-level finance or accounting experience.
• North American cross border experience preferred.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles.
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local financial regulations.
• Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred.
• General knowledge of HR practices and laws.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting.
• Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity.
• Ability to effectively train and manage staff.
• Ability to manage multiple projects within tight timeframes.
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely with managers and staff in various locations.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works in different environments ranging from office to job trailer.
• Frequently sits for long periods of time.
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard.
• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending.
• Some travel required - 15-30%.

Benefits

• RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives.
• Comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including:
• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Additional performance incentives.

Compensation

$200000 - $240000 / year