Controller

Controller - Grand Forks, ND

AE2S Construction is seeking an experienced Controller to be responsible for the supervision and direction of the accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll staff. Responsibilities also include but are not limited to: general ledger maintenance and reconciliation, preparation of financial statements, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, audits, tax preparation, merger and acquisition activity, divestiture activity, cash management, and debt management. 

Summary of Responsibilities

• Manage and control general accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll including improving procedures within the department.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations to accurately close monthly and annual fiscal periods.
• Manage inter-company transactions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Maintain and implement good internal controls to ensure that the company’s assets and financial records are safeguarded.  
• Prepare audit information and schedules and coordinate the audit completion with all external parties. 
• Ensure timely and proper preparation of all federal and state tax income returns as well as various state filings (sales, use, etc.)  and property tax returns.
• Support the CFO by gathering and providing accurate financial statements and information that analyzes business operations, trends, costs, opportunities, revenues, and expenses.
• Assist, as requested, in the due diligence and the implementation of mergers, acquisitions, and major business unit purchases.
• Design and review financial policies and procedures in conjunction with the CFO as they are affected by tax laws and accounting practices, as well as to achieve operational efficiencies and effectiveness. 
• Work with other Company Management Team (General Manager, Division and District Managers, Safety Manager) to form a cohesive team focused on the overall management and success of the Company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited four-year college; Master's degree preferred
• 10 plus years of experience as a Controller in corporate accounting; experience in a construction environment preferred
• CPA designation preferred
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Strong management and communication skills
• Up to date knowledge of current financial and accounting computer applications

A complete job description is available for review via our company website. 

AE2S Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer