Controller Project Accounting and Operations

Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentTuition assistanceVision insurancePower Generation and Distribution Services (PGDS) keeps critical power infrastructure running. When utilities, municipalities, and industrial facilities need experienced professionals to maintain, repair, or restore high voltage equipment, we show up and get it done. We are a growing company made up of seasoned experts who take pride in solving complex problems, moving quickly when it matters most, and doing the work the right way the first time.As PGDS continues to grow, we are looking for a Controller who wants more than a routine accounting role. This position will help build and manage the accounting function for a fast growing, project driven company. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys bringing order to complexity, building strong financial processes, and working closely with leadership to support smart business decisions.Position SummaryThe Controller will build and manage the day to day accounting operations for a growing project based services company. This role oversees financial reporting, project accounting, month end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll administration. The Controller partners with leadership on budgeting and cash forecasting and supports insurance compliance documentation, contract billing administration, and financial inputs for RFP responses.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee accounting operations including the general ledger, chart of accounts, reconciliations, accruals, and preparation of accurate financial statements.Build and maintain accounting processes, controls, documentation, and standard operating procedures for AP, AR, payroll administration, and month end close.Develop project accounting structure for job costing and profitability tracking. Monitor project costs including labor, materials, and subcontractors and support invoicing, billing schedules, and project margin reporting.Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable including vendor setup, invoicing, collections support, and customer account reconciliation.Administer payroll directly or through a provider, ensuring accurate hours, rates, and job costing alignment. Coordinate year end payroll activities including W2 and 1099 processing.Coordinate with external CPA firms for tax filings and compliance. Oversee sales and use tax, payroll tax, and compliance reporting.Manage insurance compliance documentation including certificates of insurance, renewals, and coverage records.Support contract administration and quarterly RFP responses by reviewing billing requirements, pricing inputs, and financial documentation.Required QualificationsFive or more years of progressive accounting experience including responsibility for month end close and financial reporting.Hands on experience with project accounting or job costing in a project based environment.Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll administration.Strong knowledge of internal controls, reconciliations, and financial reporting.Strong Excel skills and the ability to support budgeting and cash forecasting.Proven ability to build financial processes and documentation in a fast growing environment with strong attention to detail.Preferred QualificationsCPA or CMA preferred but not required.Experience improving accounting systems or workflows such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Bill.com, Concur, or similar systems.Experience supporting multi state payroll, certified payroll, or client billing portals.Experience working with external CPA firms and insurance brokers.Background in field services, industrial services, construction, utilities, or other project based operations.

Created: 2026-03-10