The Controlleris responsible foroverseeing the accounting operations and ensuringaccuratefinancial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient financial processes for a mid-size lighting and electrical distribution company serving contractors, EPC firms, and capital projects across regional and national markets.This role manages the day-to-day accounting function including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting while ensuring financial integrity across distribution operations, stored material programs, and project-based deliveries.
The Controller partners closely with the VP of Finance and operational leadership toprovidefinancial insight into inventory, project profitability, customer terms, and working capital management.
This position requires a hands-on accounting leader with experience in electrical distribution, construction supply, building materials, or project-based businesses, including familiarity with project accounting and construction-related billing structures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Financial Reporting & Close
- Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processesin accordance withGAAP, ensuringaccurateandtimelyreporting of financial results.
- Prepare internal financial statements andsupportingschedules for executive leadership.
- Oversee daily accounting operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activities.
- Ensure properaccountingtreatment of distribution transactions, inventory activity, and project-related billing.
- Work closely with project accounting and operations teams to track financial performance related to project shipments, stored materials, and customer billing milestones.
- Develop andmaintainstrong internal accounting controls and financial procedures.
- Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and financial reviews.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations as well as industry-specific reporting requirements.
- Lead and mentor accounting staff including AP, AR, and accounting personnel.
- Establish departmental procedures, performance standards, and accountability structures to supportaccurateand efficient financial operations.
- Maintain and improve accounting processes and standard operating procedures to support a growing distribution and project business.
- Partner with leadership to improve financial visibilityintoinventory management, project profitability, and working capital efficiency.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA preferred
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Prior experience as Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager
- Experience within electrical distribution, construction supply, building materials, or project-based businessesrequiredor strongly preferred
- Experience with project accounting, construction-related billing, or large material project environments
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel
- Understanding of project billing structures, stored material accounting, and distribution inventory accounting
- Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
