Controller

Position Summary: The Controller leads the Accounting Department and plays a critical role in shaping the financial health of the organization. This position requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in accounting within the construction or engineering sectors. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, skilled communicator, and data-driven financial analyst. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and insightful financial reports to senior leadership, driving operational efficiency, and supporting sustainable growth across the company.

• Deliver timely and actionable financial reports to senior leadership by analyzing key performance indicators and financial data.
• Support strategic decision-making by applying company policies to current economic conditions.
• Lead the budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals through proactive planning and analysis.
• Enhance payroll operations through process innovation and system optimization.
• Collaborate on short- and long-term operational strategies to drive financial performance.
• Oversee all accounting functions, censuring compliance with GAAP, regulatory standards, and funding requirements.
• Maintain robust internal controls across revenue, expenditures, and budgets.
• Partner with the CEO to establish financial benchmarks, construction finance, reporting standards, and performance monitoring protocols.
• Standardize accounting policies and procedures across all programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and manage journal entries including accruals and prepaids.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and manage the Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedule, including over/under billing adjustments.
• Administer bi-monthly payroll and associated tax filings.
• Coordinate with external CPA firms for year-end audits and reviews.
• Lead additional audits, including annual workers’ compensation audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior leadership.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in senior-level accounting or finance roles within the construction or engineering industry.
• Proficiency with SAGE 100 Contractor (formerly Master Builder) or similar construction accounting platforms.
• Strong understanding of banking operations and economic principles.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-state payroll and streamlining accounting workflows.
• Proven track record in financial project management and data analysis.
• Solid knowledge of tax compliance and financial reporting standards.

Performance Expectations:

• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and timeliness in all work.
• Build trust and credibility with leadership and peers through consistent, reliable performance.
• Communicate effectively and foster collaborative relationships across departments.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects with efficiency and professionalism.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with standard business hours (minimum 40 hours/week).
• Occasional schedule flexibility may be required for special projects or deadlines.
• Travel requirements to be determined based on business needs.
• Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals with disabilities.

Relationships: Collaborates closely with Human Resources, Operations, and IT teams to ensure financial alignment across departments.
Reports to CEO.

Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Illinois with an office in Charlotte, North Carolina, SYTE Corp is a specialized general contractor serving both public and private sectors. We offer a range of services including general construction, project management, maintenance, and energy-efficient solutions. As a certified SBA 8(a), HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), SYTE has successfully delivered some of the Midwest’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects. Our clients include respected agencies such as the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Energy, and Department of Homeland Security. These partnerships reflect our reputation for excellence, innovation, and reliability.