Controller

Role Overview

• The Controller is responsible for overseeing the firm’s accounting and financial reporting while providing insights to firmwide budget owners.
• This individual ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, manages the day-to-day accounting functions, and develops strong internal controls.
• This individual is a proactive leader that brings experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry and a strong accounting and financial reporting background to model a business partnering culture for the organization.
• The Controller leverages an analytical mindset with the ability to drive efficiency and innovation in financial workflows to ensure the firm’s accounting processes scale with growth.
• In addition to maintaining the financial health of the firm and ensuring compliance, the Controller mentors and empowers the accounting team, cultivating a high-performing, forward-thinking business unit that fuels the firm’s long-term success.

Requirements

• Alignment with Pfluger’s purpose of “inspiring people to create a more meaningful human experience,” with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Excellent GAAP accounting knowledge and experience in financial reporting.
• Experience overseeing accounting functions, including payroll, AR, AP, project accounting, invoicing, and reconciliations.
• Experience managing financial reporting and working with external tax advisors to ensure tax compliance.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP software in an AEC environment. Deltek Vision, Ajera or VantagePoint experience is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to design and build complex spreadsheets.
• Experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and/or Project Management is required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, have complex financial conversations, and guide accounting staff.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics is required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required.
• Minimum of seven years of relevant accounting and finance experience.

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

The Controller must be prepared to work three days per week in Pfluger’s local office and may work remotely two days per week. Travel may be required to Pfluger’s other offices. ****