Controller

Company: Leopardo Companies, Inc.
Location: Hoffman Estates
Posted on: January 9, 2022

Job Description:

With over 100 years of Electrical Contracting experience, Grand Kahn is one of the finest Electrical Contractors in Chicago. We take pride in the fact that we were Chicagos first registered Electrical Contractor. We are committed to providing the same customer assurance and satisfaction, as we have since 1907. Our experience allows us to undertake any project regardless of size or complexity.Grand Kahn Electric is looking for a creative, dynamic, Controller with can-do attitude and a diverse skill-set to join the team. Summary: The Controller leads the day-to-day accounting operations for Grand Kahn Electric. The Controller will calculate, post, verify, and perform data entry duties to obtain and record financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical records. The role will also prepare required financial statements and reports, and maintain payroll and benefits matters. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain accurate cash flow projections. Prepare monthly profit reports and presentation documentation. Interact with leaders as it relates to accounting systems and financial reporting, including project overhead expenses. Maintain general ledger accounts, perform account analysis, and prepare accurate and timely exhibits and financial statements. Process bank deposits, monitor bank activity and verify cash payments (e.g. checks, EFT) including all account reconciliations. Review and sign all waivers. Maintain project lien list. Manage accounts receivable, project billing and cash collection regularly. Lead year-end closing, audit and reporting process. Maintain the Companys qualified compensation plans and benefits. Create and maintain all employees, vendors and customer files. Lead Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) program to include review of financial documentation, maintenance of financial verification worksheet, and financial reporting by request. Responsible for payroll activities including weekly payroll, union management, tax filing and preparation of W2s and 1099s. Handle vehicle, equipment and supply requirements.Supervisory Requirements: This position has no supervisory responsibility.Education / Experience Requirements: Three years of more of experience in generalist accounting or finance Bachelors Degree in accounting or related discipline required CPA is a plus Highly proficient with Microsoft Office package Construction experience and Viewpoint a plus Effective communicator, critical thinker and maintains positive working relationships when problem-solvingPhysical Demands: Representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role. The employee is consistently required to talk or hear; stand, walk and sit in combination and / or sequence; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; have adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; keyboard, write and read. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 25 pounds; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. The employee must have the ability to travel when required. Work Environment: Representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a controlled indoor environment where the noise level is usually quiet. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Limitation and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.All job requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and / or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Employment-at-Will: This document does not create an employment contract, either express or implied. All employment is employment-at-will.PM21PI160202222

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