Corporate Controller

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 950 employees in twenty states.

Job Title: Corporate Controller Location: Tampa, FL (or surrounding Tampa Bay region) Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview

We are seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of our company. The ideal candidate will not only manage traditional controller responsibilities (financial reporting and internal controls), but also bring hands-on experience in inventory management, work-in-progress (WIP) accounting, and financial data analysis. This role will work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to ensure financial integrity, support decision-making, and drive process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee full-cycle accounting - general ledger, journal entries, month-end/quarter-end/year-end close, and reconciliations.

- Manage financial reporting: prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; support external audits and internal reviews.

- Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights to management.

- Lead inventory accounting: track inventory levels, perform periodic valuations, reconcile inventory records, and ensure accurate inventory costing.

- Manage work-in-progress (WIP) accounting - oversee WIP tracking, cost allocations, and ensure proper capitalization and cost accounting for WIP projects.

- Perform detailed financial data analysis: trend analysis, cost-of-goods-sold (COGS) analysis, margin analysis, and other key metrics to support business operations.

- Implement and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

- Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to accounting/finance team; supervise staff, delegate tasks, and ensure deadlines are met.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, procurement, supply chain, and other departments to support business operations and strategic planning.

- Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and enhanced financial discipline across the organization.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; MBA or Master's / advanced degree a plus.

- CPA, CMA, or equivalent accounting certification preferred (or strong progress toward).

- Proven experience as a Corporate Controller, Senior Controller, or similar senior accounting/finance leadership role.

- Demonstrated experience in inventory management accounting and work-in-progress (WIP) accounting - especially in a company handling physical inventory.

- Strong financial data analysis skills, including cost-analysis, margin analysis, and variance analysis.

- Deep knowledge of GAAP / accounting standards and financial reporting requirements.

- Excellent familiarity with ERP / accounting systems and advanced skills in financial software and spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), and ideally experience with relevant ERP modules (inventory, WIP, etc.).

- Strong leadership, organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage a team under deadlines.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and management.

- Willingness to travel between regional offices in the Tampa Bay area on a routine basis to oversee financial staff, training, etc.

Who Should Apply / Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a hands-on financial leader who:

- Has a strong accounting backbone but also understands operations and inventory environments;

- Is comfortable managing both high-level financial strategy and detailed transaction-level accounting;

- Is proactive in identifying inefficiencies, controls gaps, or opportunities for financial process improvement;

- Can lead a team, collaborate across departments, and communicate effectively with senior management;

- Wants to work in a dynamic organization where finance plays a critical role in operational and strategic decision-making.

Compensation and Benefits: US Water/USW Utility Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401(k) with company match.

US Water/USW Utility Group offers is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.