Financial Controller in Chesterfield, Virginia at Qualdoc, LLC

Location: Chesterfield, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $140,000/year; higher depending on experience

We are hiring an experienced Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and internal controls. This role ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), strengthens financial processes, and provides financial guidance to support business and operational goals.

• Lead accounting operations and execute financial strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Oversee accounts payable, payroll, billing, collections, taxes, budgeting, profit and loss (P&L), asset management, and financial reporting.

• Prepare accurate financial statements, forecasts, cash flow analyses, and short- and long-term financial projections.

• Monitor daily bank balances, cash flow, and P&L performance.

• Maintain accounting systems, financial records, internal controls, policies, and procedures.

• Review monthly account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and oversee balance sheets, revenue estimates, expenses, and cost allocations.

• Manage monthly and year-end closing activities and ensure reporting deadlines are met.

• Provide project accounting and financial guidance to support operational and strategic decisions.

• Coordinate audits, tax compliance, business licensing, and the submission of financial records to an external accounting firm for annual review.

• Supervise and support accounting personnel, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Assistant Controller functions.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting accuracy, efficiency, and overall financial performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• At least 10 years of related professional experience; construction or railroad industry experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Extensive experience with account reconciliations, budgeting, financial statements, and general accounting operations.

• Advanced computer skills and the ability to learn and operate specialized accounting software, including Timberline and Viewpoint.

• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and meet strict deadlines.

• Primarily desk-based work, with occasional walking, standing, and employee meetings.

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, including files and computer equipment.

• Occasional bending.

• Ability to visit other divisions and attend meetings as needed.

Minimal travel, with occasional trips to other divisions or attendance at conferences, workshops, seminars, business meetings, and training sessions.