Job Description

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JOB SUMMARY:

Landscape East & West is seeking a full-time Controller who will be an essential member of the senior leadership team of one of our stand-alone business units. Reporting directly to the Regional CFO this pivotal role will support the business accounting team. This role encompasses a diverse array of responsibilities. Key areas of focus include overseeing our accounting systems, managing cash flow, directing financial reporting activities, and spearheading both budgeting and operational reporting. The Controller will also supervise associates within the finance team, manage the Inventory, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable systems, along with its associated functions, and take charge of various other finance-related tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership Team Member:

Collaborate with functional leaders to help set the company's direction. Participate in quarterly planning and regular leadership meetings. Focus on the company's big picture, beyond just the individual role.

Accounting and Financial Reporting:

Maintain our accounting records. Oversee our monthly financial close, including monthly accruals, account reconciliations, and the monthly corporate reporting package. Collaborate with business unit and corporate leadership teams to prepare periodic financial forecast updates Update and enhance monthly reporting packages for business unit and corporate leadership, including analysis. Supervise the compilation of revenue, recognized costs, and profits in accordance with ASC 606 on significant construction and maintenance projects. Liaise with auditors and perform other compliance functions.

Budgeting:

Collaborate with the members of the business unit's leadership team to prepare annual budgets and quarterly reforecasts. Analyze and report on budget / reforecasts versus actual variances.

Operational Reporting and Support:

Manage our system of KPIs and dashboards. Work with functional and operational team leaders to identify improvement areas within their functions.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Management:

Oversee the respective team members. Monitor collection of customer receivables and ensure that the operations team members are taking appropriate actions to collect past due amounts. Supervise vendor management and insurance audits. Support the correct entry and management of vendor cost and customer sales data in the financial systems.

Other Accounting and Finance Functions:

Engage in ad hoc projects as assigned by the business unit or corporate leadership. Assist accounting and finance team members. Undertake other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA certification preferred A minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant professional experience. Previous experience as a public accounting manager or in a similar Controller role. Experience supervising or managing finance and accounting team members, with a focus on developing and guiding team performance. Knowledge/experience in construction accounting (revenue recognition ASC 606). Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience in NetSuite and Aspire is a plus. Experience in implementing accounting and ERP systems.

THE PERKS:

401(k) plan with company match Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance FSA/HSA PerkSpot Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Paid time Off Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.