Financial Controller - Mississippi

About Us

United Utility is a pioneering force in the electric utility industry, dedicated to providing comprehensive and innovative offerings that support power infrastructure investments across the United States. As the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects, we drive forward progress in the energy sector. Our company has headquarters in both Charlotte, NC and New Orleans, LA, with a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the pursuit of groundbreaking solutions.

About the Role

Due to rapid growth, we are hiring a Controller for our office in Canton, MS. The Controller will be responsible for the supervision, oversight, and development of the accounting department. Additionally, this position is responsible for ensuring compliance with revenue recognition standards under US GAAP including percentage of completion revenue recognition. Translation........we need a talented Regional Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages accounting operations including Payroll, Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Revenue Recognition.
• Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures in accordance with US GAAP.
• Protects assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly and annual financial statements.
• Assist in the coordination and preparation of the budget, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Manage and comply with local and local government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.
• Management and development of financial staff including recruiting, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• Strong understanding of USGAAP and related applications
• Accounting designation (CPA or CMA) preferred
• 5 years of overall combined accounting and finance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, to include percentage of completion accounting
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Ability to work closely with a senior management team

Key Nice-To-Haves

• MBA in related field
• CPA
• GAAP certification

Key Info

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, talk, or hear. The employee must also demonstrate fine motor, hand, and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. Additionally, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms. We embrace and celebrate diversity, fostering an inclusive work environment where all individuals are empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. At United Utility, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success.

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Phone: 704-887-4925
Email: support@unitedutility.com

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