Controller (Onsite, Norfolk, VA)

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Controller (Onsite, Norfolk, VA)

Norfolk, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Financial Leadership

    • Support the COO and the firm’s Officers with strategic planning and decision-making
    • Develop, manage, and monitor firm-wide project budgets and forecasts; prepare analyses and financial insights for leadership and project stakeholders
    • Provide guidance through knowledge of the Company Policies, Procedures, Processes, and Internal Controls for the systems used in the identification, collection, maintenance, and retrieval of data useful for effective decision making
    • Translate the finances to non-financial leaders (effective storytelling)
    • Champion financial literacy within the organization (ESOP and Project Level)
    • Work with the Treasurer to report to the Board on the financial aspects of the company
    • Collaborate with Director of People Operations on compensation budgets

    Corporate Accounting Duties

    • Manage cash flow, bank reconciliations, and ensure optimal financial health of the firm
    • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records by managing all core accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, revenue recognition, and project accounting
    • Prepare financial statements, including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement to ensure accurate, timely and relevant information is available for management.
    • Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements
    • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual processes and ensure the timely delivery of financial statements
    • Work closely with project leaders to track project performance, project budgets, vendor requirements, and profitability

    Departmental Leadership

    • Maintain, strengthen, and create internal controls, policies, and procedures
    • Evaluate and enhance accounting systems and software, including VantagePoint
    • Mentor and manage accounting staff to foster professional development and team efficiency
    • Supervises staff including assignments and job performance reviews
    • Be a Champion for the accounting team and ensure their work is recognized
    • Other duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Master's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
    • Proven experience as a Controller or similar role
    • 10+ years of experience in financial leadership, ideally in an architecture or consulting firm
    • Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and professional services accounting
    • Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
    • Excellent accounting software user and administration skills
    • Meaningful experience in integrating or transitioning to financial and project-based software systems
    • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
    • Experience working collaboratively with creative teams while upholding financial best practices
    • Experience developing an accounting/finance team

    Additional Information

    About Hanbury:

    Driven by global thinking and local impact, Hanbury is an architecture firm that designs environments for people. With practical optimism, we push the boundaries of what’s possible while staying rooted in what’s indispensable. We design experiences that naturally draw people in – ones that are curated, aspirational, and a refreshing departure from the ordinary. Through acting with empathy, planning adaptably, and designing holistically, we deliver ideas with stretch. Learn more about Hanbury here.

    Competitive Pay and Benefits, including:

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan

    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan

    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance

    • Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts

    • Generous Paid Leave based on YOUR years of experience

    • Paid Family Leave

    • Educational Benefits

    • Working with an industry leader that values people!

    • Relocation benefits and travel expenses are available for the right candidate.

    • Candidates must be able to work onsite at the Norfolk, VA Hanbury office.

    • This position may require travel to other sites for up to 25% of the time.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Schedule:

    • 8-hour shift
    • Monday to Friday

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.