Assistant Controller

HITT Contracting is seeking an Assistant Controller to provide professional guidance and support across day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. This role involves preparing and reviewing monthly financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), preparing account reconciliations, maintaining accuracy and completeness of accounting data, and delivering financial results to management. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter with deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

• Assist in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Support and coordinate the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis
• Oversee accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments payment controls
• Manage AP workflows to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor invoices
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Help maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Assist in developing, maintaining, and improving accounting and accounts payable policies and procedures
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit requests
• Manage and develop the general ledger and accounts payable teams
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and process automation initiatives
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA strongly preferred
• Construction industry experience strongly preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory roles with demonstrated leadership and team development skills