Assistant Controller

Bel-Aire Mechanical, a Legence Company

For over 35 years, Bel-Aire Mechanical has been recognized as a market leader in providing expert mechanical and plumbing services. Centrally located in Phoenix, Arizona, Bel-Aire is known for significant expertise in utilizing innovative technology to support their clients through the whole project life cycle. Today, Bel-Aire employs over 400 professionals focused on designing, building, and servicing complex systems for mission‑critical buildings.

Phoenix, AZ

As an Assistant Controller for Bel‑Aire Mechanical, a Legence company, you will oversee accounting functions including preparing financial statements, managing daily accounting operations, and ensuring financial accuracy and compliance with regulations.

• Ensure that efficient policies and procedures and the proper internal controls are in place
• Responsible for month‑end close process and coordinate the closing of the division’s accounting books
• Report financial results in conformity with US GAAP together with financial and accounting policies established by Corporate Accounting
• Develop and maintain effective Percentage of Completion forecast capability
• Assess adequacy of resource deployment commensurate with known project schedules and workload
• Oversee the construction project accounting process from start to finish
• Prepare and analyze month‑end reporting (WIP report, over/under, gross margin, revenue recognition, and revenue projection, shift of work and variances to plan, forecast adjustments, earnings fade/gain, preconstruction costs)
• Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate data on jobs and cost accounting
• Partner with external auditors to support annual audit procedures
• Maintain KPI dashboards and steer monthly analytical process to assess operational and financial performance, including labor efficiency and productivity, margin scalability, and cash conversion
• Review expense projections and provide recommendations regarding cost reduction as well as opportunities to redeploy resources across projects and departments
• Assess risks and opportunities spanning revenue growth, margin expansion, and cash conversion
• Support annual planning cycle including preparation and consolidation of budget requests across businesses, analytics, management review, and Board presentations
• Lead various operational and financial analyses and prepare other ad‑hoc operational and financial reports as requested
• Aid in the implementation of new ERP and additional software tools to modernize and scale the business

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required; CPA preferred
• 5–7+ years’ progressive accounting experience, working in public accounting or corporate accounting
• Construction industry experience preferred
• Firm knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)
• Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and understanding of percentage completion accounting preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel; experience with Sage 300 CRE ideal

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission‑critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long‑term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq‑100 Index among its clients.

• Health & Welfare:
  Company‑paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off Benefits:
  Paid vacation, company‑paid holidays, and paid sick leave
• Financial Benefits:
  
  401(k) retirement savings plan

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