Controller / Accounting Manager in Birmingham, Alabama at CRV Surveillance

About CRV Surveillance

Our customer’s protection is our priority. That philosophy has led to exponential growth since we were founded in 2010. Corey Varden, Owner/CEO, started the company to help fill a need he saw to provide superior security options for businesses at a competitive price. Our core business consists of creating custom-designed security solutions for our customers. We install, maintain, monitor, and inspect a wide range of integrated building protection systems, including access control, video camera surveillance, fire alarms, and burglar alarms. We prioritize service after the sale because we want to ensure our security solutions exceed our customer’s expectations, not just for today, but for years to come.

Purpose of Position

The Controller is responsible for the financial operations of CRV Surveillance, ensuring accurate financial reporting, cash flow management, accounts receivable collections, accounts payable processing, job costing, and month-end close. This role serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team and is expected to provide financial insights and recommendations that support company growth and profitability.

The Controller will own the accounting function and partner with Operations, Sales, Project Management, and Executive Leadership to improve financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements by the 10th business day of each month
• Maintain accurate Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow reporting
• Perform month-end and year-end close procedures
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and lines of credit
• Review and post journal entries
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules

Cash Flow Management

• Produce weekly cash flow forecasts
• Monitor bank balances, LOC utilization, and debt obligations
• Provide 13-week cash flow projections
• Identify cash flow risks and recommend solutions

Accounts Receivable

• Oversee billing and collections processes
• Monitor aging reports weekly
• Coordinate collection efforts with project managers and leadership
• Reduce DSO and improve cash collections
• Manage lien notices and collection agency coordination when necessary

Accounts Payable

• Manage vendor payments through Bill.com
• Maintain vendor relationships
• Ensure proper approvals and coding
• Monitor AP aging and cash requirements

Project Accounting

• Review project budgets and job costing
• Work with PMs to identify budget overruns
• Analyze labor, material, subcontractor, and equipment costs
• Provide project profitability reporting
• Review WIP reporting

Financial Analysis

• Analyze revenue and gross margin trends
• Track KPIs by department
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting
• Develop dashboards and reporting metrics

Leadership

• Attend Executive Leadership Team meetings
• Present financial results and recommendations
• Manage accounting processes and future accounting staff
• Assist with process improvements and system implementations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years accounting experience
• Experience managing month-end close
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Experience with construction, service, security, or project-based businesses
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, or ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA preferred but not required
• Controller or Accounting Manager experience
• Experience with job costing
• Experience with multi-location service businesses
• Experience with Bill.com, Divvy, and payroll systems

Success Metrics

Within 90 Days

• Month-end close completed by 10th business day
• AR aging reviewed weekly
• Cash flow forecast implemented
• Financial statements presented to ELT monthly

Within 6 Months

• Close completed by 5th business day
• Accurate project profitability reporting
• Weekly KPI dashboard implemented
• Improved AR collections and cash flow visibility