Now Recruiting: Controller Lancaster PA
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Lapp Electric is entering its sixth decade of serving residential and commercial customers in Lancaster County, PA and continues to thrive and grow. Lapp remains a highly-respected family owned and operated business with a laser focus on superior service to our team members, customers, and community. We are…Powered By People.
Purpose
We are seeking a controller to oversee all the accounting functions, accounting team and provide financial reporting to the Lapp Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will have experience as an accountant, controller or financial manager in the construction or electrical services industry, preferably in a senior role. They will also provide financial direction and support to operational divisions to aid in our continued growth.
The controller will lead in alignment with Lapp’s Mission-Vision-Values statements and facilitate an atmosphere where the talents and abilities of our employees are put to the best use and support the industry-leading service we’re known for.
Essential Duties
- Lead and coach the accounting team to ensure adherence to GAAP, strong internal controls, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Direct the accounting team with leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity. Provide continuous coaching with regard to best practices, systems and technical skills.
- Collaborate with Project Managers for commercial and residential business on labor, materials and equipment.
- Deliver monthly Work-In-Progress (WIP) analysis and report to the Leadership Team; review cash flow and cash position reports.
- Actively participate in influencing business growth, direction, strategic planning, and financial forecasting. Ensure that financial plans align with organizational goals; analyze and make recommendations on acquisition opportunities.
- Create and maintain the annual company-wide budget and forecasting.
- Initiate and execute all month-end processes, reconciliation and updates. Record all monthly Work-In-Progress entries. Deliver monthly balance sheet and income statement.
- Responsible for the monthly update to the Management Team and Owners on the budget, backlog analysis, key financial indicators and ratios.
- Build and maintain a relationship with our CPA firm throughout the year to prepare for the year-end audit and taxes.
- Maintain banking and insurance relationships; oversee physical assets
- Work with legal partners to manage legal risks.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required skills and qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting (or equivalent in related field).
- Five (5) or more years of experience in public and/or corporate accounting as a senior-level accounting or finance manager.
- At least two (2) years experience leading/coaching a team as a direct manager.
- Prior leadership experience providing data, insights, and guiding strategic decisions.
- Complete support of and willing adherence to Lapp’s Mission, Vision and the Qualities of a L.A.P.P.E.R: Leadership, Accessible, Positive Attitude, Perseverance, Encourager, Reliable. Applicants must hold these standards as his/her own.
- Strong technology skills and the ability to evaluate and recommend technology tools.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Accounting experience at a construction company or experience serving construction clients is highly preferred.
- Experience with GAAP-based financial reporting.
Benefits Overview
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Medical Insurance (PPO or HSA)
- Ancillary coverage available (ex. Dental, Vision, Long-term & Short-term Disability, etc.)
- 401(k) with match after 90-days employment
- Profit sharing and bonus plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 7 paid holidays
- Educational assistance
- Uniforms or logo’ed apparel depending on role
This Is Not A Remote Position
Lapp Electric
2420 Gehman Lane
Lancaster, PA 17602
Lapp Electric , Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
All qualified individuals may submit a resume and letter of interest to:
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