As a Controller, you will be a key leader in our accounting department, overseeing financial operations, managing audits, and ensuring tax compliance. Your role is crucial in maintaining the financial health and integrity of our organization, providing strategic financial insights, and supporting our company's growth and compliance efforts.
The ideal candidate would have strong background in the construction industry, with expertise in handling construction accounting, including job costing, revenue recognition, and managing multiple project budgets, driving the financial success of our organization.
Key Accountabilities:
Accounting Operations and Leadership:
Oversee and manage overall accounting operations, including the maintenance of accounting records, policies, and financial reports.
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
Lead and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Audit and Tax Compliance:
Manage company audits and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Implement and maintain a system of internal controls to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.
Financial Analysis and Reporting:
Conduct financial analysis, providing insights and recommendations to support business decisions.
Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts, reporting variances.
Strategic Financial Planning:
Collaborate with other departments to support overall company goals and objectives.
Lead the preparation and presentation of financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
Software and Technical Proficiency:
Utilize MS Business Central Accounting and NetSuite Accounting for financial operations.
Demonstrate expert-level skills in Excel for financial modeling and analysis.
Why The Gould Group?
At The Gould Group, you're not just another cog in the machine. Being a part of our team means having the opportunity to take ownership, drive change, and make a meaningful impact from day one. We pride ourselves on being a trusted advisor to our clients, focusing on delivering budget certainty, quality certainty, and execution certainty.
As a smaller, founder-led company, we offer a level of entrepreneurial spirit that can't be found in larger corporations. We empower our team members to bring their innovative ideas to the table, fostering an environment that encourages creativity and problem-solving.
Our commitment to energy efficiency isn't just business; it's a mission. We believe in the power of renewable energy to transform industries, improve financial performance, and contribute to a more sustainable future. By joining The Gould Group, you're not only building a rewarding career, but also contributing to an essential global cause.
Moreover, you'll get to work closely with Brian Gould, our CEO, an experienced and visionary leader who is passionate about energy efficiency and the growth of our team members. You'll have direct exposure to top-level decision-making processes and strategic planning, allowing for a steep learning curve and unique professional development opportunities.
If you're ready to be a part of a team that's revolutionizing the energy space and making a tangible difference for businesses across the US, then The Gould Group is the place for you. Apply today and let's shape the future of energy together.
Accounting Tenure:
Overall accounting experience: 8-10 years
Experience in a large CPA firm: 3 years or more
Experience in an entrepreneurial company: 3 years or more
Technical Experience:
Construction Accounting
Expertise in company audits and tax compliance
Proven track record in an accounting controller role
Experience in managing staff and leading teams
Proficiency in financial analysis
Industry Experience:
Background in solar development and/or EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction)
Experience in real estate development and/or construction
Software Experience:
Proficiency in MS Business Central Accounting
Experience with NetSuite Accounting
Expert-level Excel skills
Certifications:
Four-year accounting degree
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Skills and Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Effective communication and leadership skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proactive and innovative approach to process improvement
At the Gould Group, we value the following:
· Warrior Spirit: The Warrior Spirit in each of us drives our wholehearted dedication to excellence in everything we do. It's about working hard and having the courage to choose what works. It represents our collective ambition to go the extra mile and ensures that we never settle for anything but the best.
· Fun-loving: Our Fun-loving value is a celebration of our unique culture, where we don't take ourselves too seriously and recognize that life is not just work. We encourage light-heartedness in our daily interactions, knowing that joy and laughter foster creativity, innovation, and a cohesive work environment.
· Integrity: Integrity is our collective commitment to doing the right thing, even when nobody is watching. It defines our relationships with each other and our approach to our work, ensuring that honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct are at the forefront of everything we do.
· Humility: Humility guides us to put each other first and serve one another as we strive for shared success. It's a reminder that we are part of something bigger, and that our individual success is intertwined with the success of our teammates and our clients.
We are fiduciaries to real estate portfolio owners and operators. Energy is simply the tool we use to make it happen. We evaluate the needs of each asset, formulate a detailed plan, and execute on time. We work anywhere in the US and have a strong track record of turning wasted energy into positive financial performance.
When we work with you, you will consider us a "Trusted Advisor", always seeking what is best for you. We work in the energy efficiency space, but we are emphatic about delivering on these three certainties: Budget Certainty, Quality Certainty, and Execution Certainty. We will get your project completed and let you focus on running your business!
Our Core Values
At the Gould Group, we believe in more than just transforming wasted energy into positive financial performance; we believe in transforming our values into actionable principles that guide every interaction, every project, and every relationship we cultivate. Our fiduciary responsibility to real estate portfolio owners and operators goes beyond energy efficiency; it's about forging a connection that is deeply rooted in trust, respect, and shared goals.
As your "Trusted Advisor," we strive to p...rovide Budget Certainty, Quality Certainty, and Execution Certainty. However, our commitment goes beyond these certainties.
Below are the four core values that underpin everything we do:
1. Warrior Spirit
Descriptive words: Courageous, Proactive, Thinking
Warrior Spirit is about a wholehearted dedication to client success and excellence. It embodies our relentless pursuit of working hard and having the courage to choose what works. It's not merely about achieving goals but going the extra mile to ensure that our clients succeed. We are warriors for your success, always striving for excellence and never settling for mediocrity.
2. Fun-loving
Descriptive words: Friendly, Creative, Curious
We recognize that life is not just about work, and we firmly believe in not taking ourselves too seriously. The fun-loving nature of our team allows us to inject light-heartedness into our workplace interactions, making the environment more hospitable and enjoyable. We embrace joy and laughter, recognizing that they foster creativity, innovation, and a positive work culture that resonates with everyone we interact with.
3. Integrity
Descriptive words: Ownership, Transparency, Trusting
Integrity is at the core of our operations and relationships. It's about doing the right thing even when nobody is watching. Whether it's in the evaluation of an asset or the execution of a detailed plan, our commitment to honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct ensures that our clients can trust us implicitly. Our integrity is our promise to you that we will always act in your best interests.
4. Humility
Descriptive words: Listener, Openminded, Service
Humility guides us to put others first and serve one another. We approach each project and each relationship with a servant's heart, always seeking ways to contribute positively and make a difference. Our humility reminds us that we are part of a larger community, and our success is intertwined with the success of those around us.
Conclusion
When you partner with the Gould Group, you're not just investing in energy efficiency; you're aligning with a team that lives and breathes these values every day. From turning wasted energy into positive financial performance across the US to being there for you as a Trusted Advisor, our core values of Warrior Spirit, Fun-loving, Integrity, and Humility will always guide our way.
We are ready to work with you, embody these values, and let you focus on running your business. Together, we can achieve not only energy efficiency but a partnership that resonates with shared values and shared success. It's not just what we do – it's who we are.
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