Controller
Wayman Fire Protection
- Wilmington, DE
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Analyze profit and loss statements to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Collaborate with leadership to achieve annual company objectives and personal performance goals.
- Lead and develop the finance and administrative teams by setting clear expectations and managing performance.
- Manage accounts receivable to ensure collections are under 60 days.
- Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements, providing insights and variance analysis against plan.
- Develop and monitor budgets, analyzing variances and advising management on corrective actions.
- Oversee annual audits, ensuring financial health and compliance.
- Review and optimize insurance coverage annually, comparing provider options for best value.
- Establish and maintain policies and procedures for accounting, HR, and administrative functions.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws, including payroll and sales tax filings.
- Protect company assets by reviewing contracts and consulting legal counsel as needed.
- Oversee maintenance and replacement programs for company vehicles and equipment.
- Manage the company's data processing systems, reviewing capabilities annually to support operational needs.
- Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure accurate and timely job costing, including percentage of completion, budgets, contracts, billings, and adjustments.
- Prepare monthly job cost reports, schedules, and variance analyses.
- Record Work-In-Progress (WIP) journal entries to the General Ledger.
- Meet weekly with project teams to coordinate operations, KPI, billing accuracy and documentation, AR collections and AP determination.
- Review subcontractor and vendor billings for accuracy.
- Manage accounting functions including payroll, contract administration, A/P, and A/R.
- Perform month-end reconciliations and journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Oversee cash flow analysis and prepare detailed financial reports with management insights.
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for department activities.
- Assist in strategic planning, including annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
- Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business with an emphasis in Accounting from a recognized institution.
- MBA or CPA certification is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Controller, preferably in the construction or related industry.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, V Lookup, index match) and MS Word.
- VBS a plus
- ERP and service software such as Spectrum and Service Trade is a plus. Construction background a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for professional development and certification.