Financial Controller / Director of Finance

Founded in 1919, Holt Construction is celebrating over 100 years in business with our 3rd generation of Holt family leadership. Holt thrives on its reputation as a quality construction company that maintains its core values and “family” atmosphere while providing the best services to our clients.

Our team’s experience, training and backgrounds have allowed us to work within the most sensitive markets, including data centers, Class A secure buildings, airports as well as the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries for over 80 years. Many of Holt’s employees have been with the company for over 25 years which is a true indication of our particular core values and business approach.  Our extensive project portfolio and repeat clientele are testament to our quality of work and ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.

Holt’s management philosophy is to be managers of the construction process, not just overseers and recorders of the process.  We pride ourselves in working with owners and all team members in a collaborative process to provide cost-effective solutions to the numerous roadblocks that may be encountered during design and construction to ensure successful project execution.

The Financial Controller / Director of Finance plays a key role responsible for business unit financials. This position oversees A/R, A/P, Payroll, and all financial activities, as well as the overall financial health of the business units.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage Monthly Business Unit Forecast
• Analyze financial statements to pinpoint potential risks or areas of improvement
• Prepare projected cash flow reports
• Prepare budgets /forecasts and review/compare budget to actual performances for each business unit
• Analyze cash flow, cost controls, and expenses to guide management and owners
• Oversee A/R department with preparation of monthly invoices and collections
• Oversee A/P and Payroll Departments
• Monthly closing of internal financials, including analysis of bank account, A/R, A/P and accruals, preparation of WIP schedule, etc.
• Collect job cost data including payroll reports, materials, and subcontractor billings in order to prepare monthly cost report for each project
• Ensure compliance of all government regulations and company policies
• Coordinate external audits as needed with outside accounting firm, bank auditors, union auditors, insurance company, and bonding company
• Special Projects
• Ad hoc reporting
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory responsibilities

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing professional staff
• Supervise, evaluate, and manage the work assignments and work product of direct reports
• Manage, and support staff members to maximize performance and career potential. Assist in the training and development of all staff
• Coach and counsel employees on performance management issues. Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures. Address performance issues timely
• Regularly review the performance of all direct reports, including leading the formal (mid-year and year-end) reviews and make recommendations regarding staffing, promotions, developmental needs, position evaluations, and compensation
• Develop a succession plan for key positions, as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA a plus
• 5-7 years of performing accounting functions in a corporate environment
• Construction Industry experience required
• Solid working knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously, meet critical deadlines, and prioritize assignments accordingly
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential/proprietary information
• High level of time management and organizational skills with attention to detail

Holt Construction Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.