Construction Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Job Ad Construction Controller

About Us

Emmerson Construction, Inc., is a West Coast-based construction services company that builds high quality residential and mixed-use developments, with a specialization in affordable housing.

We’re a team of experienced professionals that are committed to delivering products and services of exceptional quality to our clients.

Since we began doing business over two decades ago, we’ve focused our efforts on partnering with organizations to create affordable housing for seniors, working with builders to integrate affordable homes into communities, assisting cities in the redevelopment and beautification of vacant and underutilized properties, and creating housing solutions for underserved populations, such as people with disabilities or those that are experiencing homelessness.

As you can see we’re passionate about affordable housing and we hope you are too! We welcome you to join our amazing team, which is headquartered in beautiful Carlsbad, California.

What You’ll Be Doing

The Construction Controller is responsible for all construction-related accounting operations, including accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, variance analysis and treasury functions.

The Construction Controller also assists the Chief Financial Officer in establishing and maintaining procedures and controls as well as leading company initiatives.

Additionally, your tasks will include, but not be limited to :

• Overseeing accounting operations, including establishing accounting policies and procedures to ensure all financial transactions are controlled, executed, and documented according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Preparing monthly financial reports which accurately summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position
• Creating budgets and forecasting to analyze cash flow, identify trends, and track variances to mitigate risk and enhance the company’s financial results
• Supervising and monitoring the financial integrity of the general ledger and financial accounting and reporting systems
• Setting up and maintaining supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts
• Recommending distributions based on available cash and anticipated future cash requirements
• Leading the financial statement review and assist with tax return filings including preparation of support schedules as requested by CPA firm
• Establishing books and recording for new entities and maintain business organizational charts
• Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements
• Acting as a supervisor, mentor, and instructor for accounting team members

What You’ll Need to Perform the Role

You’ll use the following to be successful in this role :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field.
• At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible financial leadership roles with at least five (5) years in the construction industry, and at least three (3) years of directly supervising construction accounting team members;

or an equivalent combination of education, training, and / or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill, and abilities have been attained

• CPA and / or CCIFP designation is preferred
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and accounting functions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Proficiency using Sage 300 CRE, Procore and / or Textura

You’ll also need the following attributes :

• Extremely organized with ingrained ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Keen attention to detail with focused adherence to strict deadlines and procedures
• Sound problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment
• High level of integrity and dependability, including handling sensitive and confidential information
• Teamwork mindset and temperament to work effectively with a diverse group of people
• Effective ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Genuine desire to work in the real estate development affordable housing industry
• Personal accountability and enthusiasm for achieving company goals

Additionally, you’ll support an inclusive workplace by fostering teamwork and employee participation, encouraging the representation of different employee perspectives, and treating others with dignity and respect in alignment with our company C.

A.R.E.S values (Communication; Accountability; Relationships; Excellence; Solutions).

What’s in it for You

Emmerson’s people are at the core of everything we do. We offer meaningful careers competitive salaries, annual bonus packages, and an energetic office environment.

We take the well-being of our team members seriously; thus, providing an attractive benefits and perks package to meet the needs of all our employees.

This package includes, but is not limited to :

• Medical (HMO, PPO, HDHP / HSA plans available)
• Dental (HMO and POS)
• Vision
• Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
• Company sponsored Disability and Life insurance
• 401K plan participation with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible work schedule as business needs permit
• Company-wide events

Hiring Range

Salary of $165K to $185K on an annualized basis, depending on qualifications.

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting but may change based on education and experience. Final compensation is determined by various factors, such as education, training, experience, work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions.

In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off including a generous holiday schedule.

What Comes Next

If this role seems of interest to you and you meet the needs to be successful, apply using the link below. Our recruiting team will then review your application and any of the materials you submit.

From that point, we’ll reach out if you’re a fit and introduce you to the hiring manager and move you through the interview process, which will encompass meeting virtually, as well as in-person at our corporate office in Carlsbad (following all COVID-19 safety precautions and protocols).

Equal Opportunity

Emmerson Construction, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We encourage applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment Statement

• We acknowledge that historic and ongoing discrimination results in a society where certain groups are disadvantaged in ways that are not always obvious.
• We understand that a commitment to equity and inclusion is not always easy, is not always comfortable, and is not always expedient.

It is nevertheless a commitment we have chosen to make.

Our commitment to equity and inclusion is evidenced by our demonstrated actions to address the unique housing needs of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and other marginalized groups.

We intentionally develop and manage affordable housing that addresses the needs of historically marginalized, and disenfranchised populations.

• We celebrate and encourage diversity in all forms and promote equity and inclusion through our practices, policies, systems, and behaviors.
• Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in all aspects of our work. We intentionally create an inclusive environment where our internal team, our external clients, and our contracted service providers are valued and supported.
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