Salary: $150,000-$170,000
Job Title: Assistant Controller
Job #: 5297
Location: Albany, NY
Category:  Construction/Accounting
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Description:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our growing construction company. This role will support the Controller in managing the financial operations of multiple entities, ensuring accuracy in reporting, compliance, and process efficiencies. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing consolidated financial statements for multiple entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring compliance with GAAP and industry-specific accounting standards.
• Reconcile bank statements, intercompany accounts, and job cost reports.
• Assist in developing and maintaining budgets and financial forecasts for multiple entities and projects.
• Analyze variances between actual results and budgeted figures, providing management insights.
• Support cash flow forecasting and management.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or a multi-entity environment.
• Strong understanding of construction job costing, WIP schedules, and multi-entity consolidations.
• Experience with construction accounting software
• Proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Hours & Benefits:

• M -F 8-5
• In-Person
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• PTO
• 401k

For more details on this role please contact jobs@walrathrecruiting.com or call 518-275-4816. Please reference the specific job number you are inquiring about.

The specific salary/pay rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, and work location.

This is an immediate opportunity. The interview process will be comprised of a combination of virtual and in-person. If you are qualified for this position, please apply using our secure online form.