Assistant Controller

Warminster, Pennsylvania Permanent USD120,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
The Assistant Controller's role is to help the operating divisions in planning, controlling and continuously evaluating the direction and performance of the businesses. While a primary objective is to analyze and interpret financial reports, the Assistant Controller is also responsible for monitoring operational aspects of the division business and ensure that they are operating in line with Company policies and objectives.
  • Opportunity to grow your career and have strategic influence
  • Hybrid work environment

About Our Client

Our client has been in business for 70+ years and is continuing to expand their footprint, focusing on high-end design and construction.

Job Description

  • Compare actual results with forecasts and budgets. Provide analysis of variance to actual results Identify and communicate corrective action plans to address variances
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly business review reports for executive management team and board of directors
  • Lead annual standard cost update process by establishing and ensuring accurate standards are set in partnership with V.P. of Operations
  • Review actual job costs compared to project budget for all jobs in-process
  • Review with the Controller and General Manager the standard costs, including changes as a result of subcontractor and material cost increases. Identify the impact on profitability and any necessary pricing actions
  • Oversee divisional month end close process including account reconciliations, accruals, journal entries and timely adjustments
  • Review marginal income trends at sale, at project start and project completion to ensure profitability targets are being attained
  • Lead in the completion of annual revenue, expense, and capital budgets, quarterly forecast updates



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Accounting background with 5+ years in corporate accounting, bachelor's degree required, CPA and/or MBA preferred or working towards
  • Strong Excel skills are a must (Vlookups, Pivot Tables) and accounting systems background
  • Understanding of financial compliance requirements
  • Collaborative/consultative team player, strong communication and presentation skills with both internal and external clients are required

What's on Offer

  • Full suite benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and ancillary benefits
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Hybrid work environment
Contact
Deirdre Zirn
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6564887

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Controller
Industry
Property
Location
Warminster
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Deirdre Zirn
Job Reference
JN-102024-6564887