Company Profile:

Founded in 1977, J.W. Design & Construction has been serving the Central Coast on design and commercial construction projects to include commercial office buildings, retail establishments, agricultural coolers, shopping centers, auto dealership facilities and many other large commercial projects.  Today, we have built and completed more large-scale projects than any other builder on the Central Coast.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the President / CEO, the Controller will direct the company’s fiscal functions to include accounting, financial reporting, preparation and implementation of budgets and compliance utilizing GAAP standards, as related to the company’s financial and operational efficiency.  The ideal candidate will provide managerial oversight of related departments to include, Accounting, Human Resources, Payroll and Administration.  In addition, the ideal candidate will have proven recent success within a similar role in a construction environment.

Duties / Responsibilities:

Oversee and perform detailed GL reconciliations accurately and in a timely manner;

Manage and file sales and use tax returns for multi-jurisdictional contracting projects, including research and resolution of tax discrepancies;

Collaborate with Project Accounting team, to ensure accurate accrual and payment of sales/use/gross receipts taxes;

Supervise and mentor Administration team, providing guidance, administering performance evaluations and professional development opportunities;

Oversee state and local tax licensing administration, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements and timely renewals;

Manage and ensure compliance with multi-state payroll tax regulations, including proper setup and reporting;

Administer worker’s compensation and insurance audit reporting, ensuring accurate documentation and resolution of discrepancies;

Prepare consolidated financial statements, including performing intercompany account reconciliations and ensuring accuracy across entities;

Support financial reporting processes for government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR, GAAP, and other applicable regulatory standards;

Prepare corporate tax accounting and reporting, in accordance with GAAP standards;

Manage job cost and equipment revenue accounting;

Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring the availability and accuracy of required documentation;

Engage with all levels of the company to provide financial insight, support decision-making and address inquiries;

Represent the company in connection with external entities, to include, auditors, tax authorities and  regulatory agencies;

Continuously improve accounting processes and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Benefits:

Medical premiums paid 100% by employer for the Bronze Blue Shield Plan with buy-up options for the Silver and Gold Plans;

Dental, vision and life premiums paid 100% by employer;

Cafeteria Plan to include AFLAC coverage premiums paid by employee pre-tax;

Profit Sharing after 1 year of employment;

401(K) Retirement Plan;

10 days of annual paid sick days allotted in an annual lump sum;

10 days of accrued paid annual vacation time during 1st year and rising incrementally thereafter, capping at 20 days annually.

9 paid public holidays annually. 

Working Hours:

7:30AM – 4:00PM Monday – Friday 

Location:

San Luis Obispo, CA – Onsite Position

B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; MBA or CPA designation a plus;

Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP), preferred, but must be willing to study for and pass the certification exam otherwise;

Proficiency in MS Office Excel and Vista construction accounting software; 

Experience with ERP systems and Procore software, a plus; 

5 – 7 years of experience in a similar senior-level accounting capacity within the construction industry; 

Proficiency in GL accounting, consolidated financials and corporate taxation;

Experience with government contracting accounting;

Astute oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;

Exceptional organizational, analytical, time management, problem-solving, multi-tasking and attention to detail skills.