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Senior Director- Controller

Wanzek Construction
Duluth, MN, United States
Full-time

Overview :

Responsible for directing and overseeing financial strategies and activities of the corporation including preparation of current financial reports as well as summaries and forecast for future business growth for the company and its related group of companies.

Serve as senior level mentor for accounting / finance efforts across the sector. Responsible for the efficiency and accuracy as well as process improvements that will support the growth of MasTec Renewables.

Company Overview :

Wanzek Construction, IEA, and White Construction are part of the MasTec Renewables Group. Our companies have been in the renewable energy market from the beginning and we leverage that experience to deliver more effective energy infrastructure solutions.

Our 20+ years of renewable energy construction experience enables us to better understand the nuances and navigate the challenges within this dynamic and heavily regulated industry.

We embrace diverse perspectives not only with our employees but across all levels of our business from suppliers, to community partners, to our clients.

We’ve built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and ways of working into our organization.

We collaborate across departments to foster innovation and encourage everyone from interns to executives to voice their ideas and leave an impact.

We aim to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to be innovative leaders in our industry.

  • MasTec Renewables group is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities;
  • building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants;

buildings, and infrastructure.

Responsibilities :

  • Direct and oversee the accounting and finance functions and strategy of the assigned company(ies) within MasTec
  • Assist the SVP Finance / CFO in formulating the company’s future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
  • Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans
  • Develop financial and tax strategies
  • Coordinate month end closings with operations to ensure timely preparation and issuance of monthly reporting packages to corporate parent
  • Preparation of month end, quarter end and year end work papers and variance analysis
  • Coordinate audits with internal and external auditors
  • Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures, including Sarbanes Oxley controls
  • Present monthly financial performance to Executive management
  • Review and approve accounting transactions on a daily basis
  • Expert understanding of Construction accounting and revenue recognition
  • Lead the monthly forecasts and annual budgeting process
  • Must proactively face challenges and provide solutions
  • Delegate appropriate responsibilities to accounting managers
  • Ability to work long hours when warranted
  • Assistance with other corporate projects as needed
  • Manage Finance leaders responsible for General Ledger accounting, Accounts Payable and Receivable, and Payroll
  • Appraise performance, reward and discipline employees, address complaints and resolve problems
  • Assist in hiring, coaching and developing estimating professionals across the sector
  • Evaluate and recommend solutions for a more efficient and streamlined process in all accounting areas
  • Understand and mitigate key elements of risk profile
  • Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations

Qualifications :

Education and Work Experience Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 15+ years’ experience and / or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferably in construction / EPC
  • CPA certification required
  • Experience as Corporate Controller or subsidiary controller as part of a large company

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

  • Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company’s Zero Injury principles
  • Strong computer skills, specifically Excel
  • Extensive knowledge in all aspects of construction accounting
  • Experience in integrating companies
  • ERP system conversions / integrations
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organization skills along with an attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and professionalism
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks with simultaneous deadlines and prioritize workload in a fast-paced dynamic environment
  • A proven leader in mentoring and developing accounting staff
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interact with multiple personalities at all levels within the organization
  • Preparation of reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
  • Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, executives and the general public
  • Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
  • Work well under pressure and ability to meet timelines and deadlines
  • Work well independently and as both a leader and contributor to teams

What's in it for you :

Financial Wellbeing

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility : If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.

com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status.

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MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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