Corporate Controller - job 2 of 2
Company Description
SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.
SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth.
SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.
Job Description
We are seeking a Corporate Controller to lead our accounting function and drive operational excellence within the finance team.
The Corporate Controller will oversee the monthly close process, manage accounting operations including accounts payable and revenue recognition, ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the corporate accounting department.
- Oversee the monthly and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
- Mentor, train, and supervise the accounting team (including AP and GL staff), fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ensure proper and timely revenue recognition for both time-and-materials (hourly) and percent-complete (long-term) contracts.
- Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and internal financial statements.
- Monitor and resolve balance sheet reconciliation issues and ensure compliance with internal controls.
- Manage corporate credit card programs, travel & expense reimbursements, and enforce compliance with the company-wide T&E policy.
- Maintain and enhance the documented system of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in line with Group and Corporate standards.
- Lead the coordination and execution of annual external audits and internal control reviews.
- Partner with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal tax regulations and timely filing of returns.
- Integrate new acquisitions during post-deal accounting.
- Provide strategic support and financial insights to business leaders across the organization.
- Collaborate closely with the Group finance team based in France to align on reporting and compliance matters.
- Monitor departmental performance and implement process improvements as needed to meet financial and operational goals.
- Handle ad hoc financial analysis, reporting requests, and special projects
- Collaborate with IT and other departments on system implementations or transitions, ensuring accounting requirements are met and financial data integrity is maintained
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA preferred
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership or management role within a large corporate or multi-entity environment
- Proven experience managing and developing lean, high-performing accounting teams
- Strong understanding of accrual accounting, cost accounting, and U.S. GAAP
- Hands-on experience with percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, labor utilization, and project accounting—ideally within a professional services or consulting environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic setting
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Effective decision-maker with sound judgment and initiative
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis tools
- Experience with ERP systems; Deltek experience is a strong plus
- Familiarity with FAR rate calculations is a plus
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and willing to roll up your sleeves when needed
Additional Information
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $180,000-$220,000
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
For more information, please visit www.socotec.us
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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If you've been on the lookout for an exciting new opportunity in finance, SOCOTEC is thrilled to welcome a Corporate Controller to our New York team! SOCOTEC is a leader in niche consulting services for the architecture, engineering, and construction industries, and we pride ourselves on our commitment to high-performance buildings and sustainability. As the Corporate Controller, you'll spearhead our finance team's operations and play an essential role in maintaining our stellar accounting standards. Your expertise will guide the monthly close processes, oversee accounting operations such as accounts payable, and ensure that our financial reporting is as precise as it is timely, all in compliance with US GAAP. You’ll be responsible for mentoring our dedicated accounting team, fostering an environment of continuous improvement, while implementing best practices across our corporate accounting department. Your leadership will be crucial in reviewing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet reconciliations, and managing audit coordination, helping to shape the financial landscape of SOCOTEC. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for strategic insights, join us in creating significant growth as we continue to establish ourselves as best-in-class. With your seasoned experience—10+ years, preferably in management—you’ll be in the driver’s seat to elevate our practices and work closely with our Group finance team in France. Ready to make a meaningful impact in your career? Let’s build a brighter future together at SOCOTEC!
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Socotec, headquartered in France, and established in 1953, is a construction engineering company specializing in testing, inspection, and compliance services for the infrastructure, energy, and environment and safety sectors.
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