Corporate Controller - Weston Solutions : Job Details

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions.

Employee-ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston continues to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

Position Overview:

Weston is a leading company in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, known for our innovative projects and commitment to excellence. We are seeking a Corporate Controller that is accountable for the management of the corporate financial organization. The Corporate Controller leads the development and implementation of financial management policies and controls, and the reporting of financial information, and oversees the following functions:

* Financial Accounting and Reporting

* Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

* Tax Management and Reporting

* Payroll Administration

* Banking Administration and Cash Management

Location: West Chester, PA (or surrounding area)

Responsibilities:

* Ensure financial reporting complies with GAAP Standards, bank covenants, and internal policies and procedures.

* Maintain a strong and effective framework of internal control and compliance over accounting and financial reporting through the development, refinement and implementation of financial policies and procedures.

* Prepare and manage budgets, external financial statements, and reports.

* Provide accounting and tax guidance and assistant to department managers and personnel on operational matters, including business organization, statutory reporting and taxation matters related to work outside of the US, and coordinate with international teams to address cross-border financial considerations.

* Implement process improvements and innovation within the finance function.

* Provide analysis, judgment, and information that supports strategic decisions and operating plans of the corporation.

* Advise CFO, other executive management, and board members, on items with significant or unusual financial implications, via Division/Regional Controller network, Audit Committee participation, and other means, as appropriate.

* Oversee annual financial statement audits and ensure completion within scheduled timelines. Provide input on independent accounting firm performance to the CFO and the Audit Committee.

* Ensure financial reporting and income tax compliance are performed timely and in accordance with applicable regulations.

* Oversee a department of 18 that support the functions listed above in position overview.

* These job requirements are not exhaustive and other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus minimum 10 to 12 years related experience in the AEC industry.

* Master's Degree and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

* Experience in or understanding of the Government Contracting Industry is a plus.

* Demonstrated ability to develop and implement corporate financial strategy.

* Sound understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.

* Ability to recognize and communicate concerns and pursue resolutions and implement corrective measures

* Demonstrated leadership skills and broad management experience.

We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.

* Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.

* Paid time off including personal, holiday and parental leave.

* Life and disability plans.

* Critical illness and accident plans.

* Work/Life flexibility.

* Professional development opportunities.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.