Financial Controller in Maumelle

Job Description

Financial Controller – Steel Construction

Location: Central Arkansas Company: Structural Steel Fabricator and Erector in Central Arkansas Job Type: Full-time

About Us: This AISC Erector is a leader in the construction industry, specializing in structural steel and precast erection. With the addition of more work they are looking to add talent to their Financial department. Committed to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. Headquartered in Central Arkansas, lifting steel commercial and industrial projects throughout the states.  

Job Description: The Controller will be responsible to plan and direct all accounting operational functions, handle the accumulation of financial data for financial statements, evaluate accounting and internal control systems, and lead departmental staff. To succeed in this role, you will need to effectively manage self and others, lead while also being a team player, generate innovative ideas, and challenge the status quo.

Financial Controller Duties & Responsibilities:

• Handle monthly and yearly close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations, G/L analysis.
• Manage the monthly monitoring of the yearly budget and forecasts.
• Work closely with executive team and other departments to ensure the company-wide operation is efficient and effective.
• Each month, assist with presenting owners with financial reports.
• Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow-reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly.
• Maintains internal controls to safeguard and mitigate risk to company assets.
• Recommends and oversees financial objectives and policies.
• Recommends and implements improvement to efficiencies of financial processes.
• Prepares reports to forecast business activity and financial position.
• Responsible for assisting in all financial reporting and accounting including month end close, all related journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Responsible for fixed asset and capital expenditure reporting.

Financial Controller Required Skills:

• Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as an Assistant Controller or Accounting Manager preferred.
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or another business-related field.
• Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings.
• Working knowledge in ADP Workforce, Accounting software, Worker’s Comp, Excel, etc.
• Viewpoint experience is a plus.
• Advanced credentials such as a Degree in Business Administration / MBA or Certified Accountant / CPA are a plus.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and social skills.
• Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus.

This opportunity is ideal for a financial leader with 10–15 years of experience in general ledger accounting, process improvement, and risk management. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy and ensuring operational excellence.

Experience: Controller - 3 years (Required)
License/Certification: CPA (Preferred)

How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to nate.otto@gogpac.com and reach out to (605) 401-6171 to setup an initial conversation. All conversations are confidential 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.