Controller

LOCATION: Portland

SALARY: DOE

JOB TYPE: Full Time

ABOUT THE JOB:

The primary job of the Controller is to manage the day-day accounting operations, which include all aspects of billing, general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, cashflow and tax compliance.

General ledger account reconciliation and manage monthly closings to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely completion.
Interface with external accounting firm for reviewed financial statements and tax returns; prepare all supporting information needed.
Prepare monthly and quarterly sales tax reports.
Monthly reporting on workers compensation.
Recording of all ACH/electronic payments.
Monitor cash balances and weekly review/approval of all vendor payments.
Review of certified payroll reports and solid understanding of the prevailing wage laws.
Prepare monthly bank collateral reporting.
Enrollment in OCIP/CCIP programs and monthly reporting to 3rd party administrators.
Work with bonding agent to secure bonds when required under contracts.
Responsible for Spectrum (accounting software) administration.
Provide leadership and oversee accuracy and quality assurance of receivables, payables, and payroll team members.
Implement and maintain the billing and contract management process for all locations.
Interface with all projects and cost centers to insure administrative requirements are met; investigate and/or help resolve financial/accounting related problems.
Perform and/or participate in internal, external, and regulatory (government, unions, etc.) audits.
Manage the job cost system relating to verification of revenue, cost, margin calculation, and forecasts.
Process weekly payroll tax payments.
File quarterly payroll tax returns in multiple states, assist with year-end W2 processing and preparation of 1099’s.
Compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws.
Ability to effectively manage staff, projects and tasks while adhering to guidelines and deadlines.
Manage business insurance policies; participation/coordination of annual insurance renewal.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, CPA preferred.
5+ Years accounting experience
5+ Years of managerial experience
Knowledgeable in GAAP accounting.
Strong working knowledge of Excel and Word.
Strong knowledge of multi-state taxes, payroll, and other financial obligations.
Strong knowledge and previous experience with union contracts financial obligations and compliance.
Must be able to pass a background check.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Medical and dental for employee (coverage available for dependents at additional premium)
401k retirement plan – Alliant currently matches up to 4% match of what employee contributes
Holiday, vacation, and sick leave compensation
Short and long-term disability insurance
Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
Employee assistance program
Transportation program
Flexible spending program

All new hires must pass a drug test.