Assistant Controller

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking an Assistant Controller to support company operations from Bromfield, CO.

Essential Functions

The following duties are typical for this position and are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform and/or review consolidations and general ledger accounting and oversee reconciliations within a complex legal structure.
• Work with regional & international operations to ensure timely reporting, quality of data and effectiveness of internal control systems.
• Assist in the preparation of the required monthly internal and external financial reports.
• Work with Controller and the GL Lead to provide direction to accounting staff to ensure the proper booking of all monthly GL entries, the timely close of monthly ledgers, and the full reconciliation of all general ledger balances.
• Assist with day-to-day company treasury functions including cash, internal and external borrowings, and corporate credit card programs.
• Assist in annual external audits.
• Assist in quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting process.
• Assist with in-service training and development of staff.
• Perform additional assignments per Controller's, Finance Director's or CFO's direction.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in either accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting/finance with engineering & construction industry experience preferred.
• Previous Assistant Controller experience in a business of $200M+ in annual revenue.
• Leadership experience: has supervised a minimum of 4 staff simultaneously; been in supervisory role 4+ years.
• Extensive experience/exposure to corporate accounting and financial management including AP, GL, Treasury, tax compliance, revenue recognition, the monthly close process, etc.
• Detailed knowledge of US GAAP.
• Previous experience in Audit support including supporting external audits.
• Technology experience: has used Tier 1 or Tier 2 ERP and a high level/expert Excel user.

Preferred Qualifications

• Private equity experience a plus.
• Public accounting experience a plus.
• Previous experience with CMiC (construction industry software) a plus.
• Payroll experience (including Craft Labor) a plus.

Compensation

• The anticipated salary for this position is $120,000-$130,000/yr, depending on previous experience.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

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