Controller

Lexington, KY, USA

Job Type

Full-time, On-site

Salary Range

$95,000-$125,000/year, commensurate with experience

Experience

10+ years

Preferred Education/Licenses

BS in Accounting

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Controller to oversee the financial operations of the firm. The ideal candidate will provide leadership and bring a strong background in accounting, including financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee all accounting and finance functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, semi-monthly payroll, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger entries.

- Oversee human resources and benefits administration.

- Oversee IT including asset purchase and tracking, asset maintenance, software updates and renewals.

- Supervise accounting and administrative staff and support professional development within the team.

- Prepare monthly financial statements and present to the Board of Directors.

- Coordinate and provide requested documentation for annual audits, stock valuation, and ESOP administration.

- Lead or serve on assigned committees providing analysis and guidance to members and Senior Leadership.

- Guide external CPA in tax planning and completion of annual tax returns.

- Coordinate and oversee all insurance policy renewals.

- Maintain internal controls and procedures to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.

- Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.

- Oversee budgeting process and provide strategic insight to Senior Leadership.

- Collaborate with department heads/Senior Leadership to support operational and financial

decision making.

- Manage ERP software licenses, usage, and training for all staff.

- Establish and maintain banking and client relationships.

Education/Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA preferred).

- 10+ years of accounting experience.

- Proficiency in financial systems and tools (ERP systems, Excel).

- Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

- Demonstrated ability to lead/work with teams and manage cross-functional projects.

Requirements

About Bell

Founded in Lexington, Kentucky in 1914 by Howard K. Bell, Bell has earned a solid reputation as a provider of solutions-based, innovative engineering and landscape architecture applications that fulfill the needs of communities and industries around the United States.

Originally operating as Howard K. Bell Consulting Engineers, Bell was one of the first consulting engineering firms in the state of Kentucky and specialized primarily in water, wastewater, and stormwater engineering. More than 100 years later, our company is still privately owned and our corporate headquarters remains centrally located in Lexington, Kentucky. Branch offices in Hopkinsville and Somerset, Kentucky allow us to effectively serve Kentucky and the southeastern United States. We are committed now more than ever to developing successful partnerships and relationships with our customers.