What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Unit Controller position at Aldridge Electric?
Business Unit Controller
What we are looking for:
Aldridge is seeking a Business Unit Controller to join our team and provide hands-on support for assigned divisions in key financial and accounting operations – with primary focus on cash flow and forecasting.
What you’ll do:
- Collaborate as a strategic partner with executive leadership to forecast fiscal year revenue, margin, change orders, contingencies, job cost, and overhead
- Manage and develop a team of Project Accountants with compassion for employee development
- Prepare and present monthly Business Unit and Joint Venture financial reports
- Monitor key metrics of financial health including cash position and job profit and drive effective cash management
- Continuously develop improved reporting and analysis to support Division Management
- Proactive, hands-on, strategic financial support of the CFO, COO, and Division Vice-Presidents through annual business planning and special projects
- Lead cash collection efforts to drive ever-improving DSO and cash opportunities
- Monitor payables including check audits and providing an accounting lens for contract changes
- Lead monthly Business Unit operations and overhead forecast process and prepare financial statements and variance analysis
- In-depth tracking and knowledge of all large jobs
- Drive high-performing Finance department improvement initiatives
- Key contributor in Division financial systems development
- Assist in development of annual Business Plan and monthly forecasts for the business unit
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, with relevant equivalent business experience
- MBA or CPA preferred
- 5-12 years’ experience (functional and people management responsibilities)
- Construction experience preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to produce high quality work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong Excel skills required
- Ability to be a strong but diplomatic advocate for your ideas in front of executives
Who we are:
Aldridge, a family-owned company, is one of the largest specialty contractors in the US, dealing in the power and transportation markets. We have built a reputation as a trusted source in the construction industry, with 70 years in business, 1,600 employees, and offices and job sites nationwide. Our continued success is attributed to our commitment to quality, attention to project planning, and dedication to an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
Aldridge’s mission is to build and strengthen America’s infrastructure, and that starts with building the strongest team. We have sustained significant growth and foresee that continuing for years to come. Our ability to execute difficult projects is made possible by engaging passionate, forward thinking, and innovative people.
What we offer:
At Aldridge, you will be a valued member of our workforce and receive:
- 401K plan with matching contributions
- Competitive Salaries
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Wellness Programs
- Life and Disability Insurance
Aldridge cares about our team members and the communities in which they live. We are proud to support and participate in:
- JDRF
- Bridges to Prosperity
- Bucks for Burn
- Special Olympics’ Polar Plunge
- Feed My Starving Children
- Greenhouse Scholars
This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.