Job Information
ABSCO Alarms Inc., dba Absco Solutions Controller in Lynnwood, Washington
Company Overview
Absco Solutions is the premier facility vulnerability expert in the fire life-safety, security, and technology field with offices in Washington (Lynnwood, Fife, Spokane) and Oregon (Wilsonville). We have top-tier partnerships in our industry with a solid reputation of excellence among our clients, vendors, and competitors. Join our effective sales team and be part of our forty-year success story in a caring, supportive, and progressive organization. Absco Solutions has a strong culture, and we value curiosity, drive, ethics, respectfulness, and accountability.
Summary: This position will be responsible for month-end close, financial reporting, managing the finance and accounting departments, and job costing analysis. The candidate we are looking for must be dynamic, fast learning, and willing to jump into any task to support the company to continue to be an industry leader. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute financial strategies. • Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts for projects. • Monitor and analyze financial performance, providing insights and recommendations. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project financial records. • Ensure proper allocation of project costs, including labor, materials, and subcontractors. • Review and reconcile project budgets and actual costs regularly. • Manage and report on the company's Work in Progress (WIP) schedule. • Analyze WIP to assess project profitability and revenue recognition. • Implement controls to mitigate WIP-related risks. • Prepare and present timely financial statements, reports, and analyses to senior management and stakeholders. • Ensure compliance with industry-specific accounting standards and regulations. • Monitor cash flow and work closely with project managers to optimize cash management. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. • Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. • Utilize Power BI for data integration and visualization, aiming for real-time reporting. • Drive automation initiatives to streamline financial processes. • Ensure timely and accurate completion of financial tasks.
What You Will Bring
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred. • Proven experience in construction accounting, project accounting, and WIP management. • Strong knowledge of construction industry financial standards and regulations. • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Effective communication and leadership abilities.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive salary
- Matching retirement program
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Medical/dental/vision/LTD/STD/Life plan for employee and dependents
Absco Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.