Job Description

Job Description

DIRECT HIRES ONLY - NO RECRUITERS

Saltz Michelson Architects (SMA), an award-winning architecture Fort Lauderdale based firm, is seeking a hands-on Strategic Financial Controller to oversee our financial operations and support the growth of our practice. This is a leadership role for an experienced financial professional who thrives in a collaborative, project-based environment and is excited to partner with both executives and project teams. Office Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL - In person - after 90 day evaluation period - possible hybrid.

** What You’ll Do**

• Lead all accounting operations: monthly close, reporting, and year-end financials.
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and client billing (including AIA billings).
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow to support growth initiatives.
• Partner with Project Managers on job costing and project financials.
• Ensure compliance, audits, and internal controls.
• Present financial reports and insights to firm leadership and the Board.
• Act as a key financial advisor to executive leadership, providing insights and recommendations
• Support financial decision-making through data analysis and reporting
• Assist in evaluating financial risks and opportunities for business expansion

** What We’re Looking For**

• Bachelor’s in Accounting - CPA a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience (Controller/Assistant Controller level).
• Architecture, Engineering, Construction experience a plus.
• Strong background in WIP, % completion accounting, and AIA billing.
• Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint experience a plus.
• Proven leadership skills with a detail-driven, proactive approach.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills with a hands-on, detail-driven approach.

** Benefits**

• Room for Growth
• 401K
• Health and Dental Insurance
• PTO
• FSA/DCFSA
• Bonuses
• Community Servive Hour
• Hybrid

Company Description

global thinking, locally minded.

Founded in 1976, SMA is an architectural firm providing a full range of architectural and planning services. Our commitment to quality design, professionalism, and strong project management has allowed us to play a key role in the development of public and private projects throughout Florida.

A prominent local firm with large firm capabilities.

For Small, large, or projects in-between, our proven best practices and proactive interaction with all involved parties deliver results that impress on every level.

SMA delivers a locally aware community partner that has earned a place on the national stage. Award-Winning. Industry Advanced. Innovation Embracing. The proof is in our project portfolio — past, present and glorious future.

our MISSION: Design thoughtful architecture that improves our community.

our VISION: We are part of something bigger. By collaborating as a team in service of our

client, we design thoughtful architecture for our living community.

our VALUES

TEAMWORK We believe in the power of collaboration.

INTEGRITY “Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.”

INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS We explore the boundaries of architecture and the evolution of the

connection between for and function.

SERVICE Our clients and our community are our priority.

Company Description

global thinking, locally minded.\r\n\r\nFounded in 1976, SMA is an architectural firm providing a full range of architectural and planning services. Our commitment to quality design, professionalism, and strong project management has allowed us to play a key role in the development of public and private projects throughout Florida.\r\n\r\nA prominent local firm with large firm capabilities. \r\n\r\nFor Small, large, or projects in-between, our proven best practices and proactive interaction with all involved parties deliver results that impress on every level.\r\n\r\n SMA delivers a locally aware community partner that has earned a place on the national stage. Award-Winning. Industry Advanced. Innovation Embracing. The proof is in our project portfolio — past, present and glorious future.\r\n\r\nour MISSION: Design thoughtful architecture that improves our community.\r\n\r\nour VISION: We are part of something bigger. By collaborating as a team in service of our \r\n\r\nclient, we design thoughtful architecture for our living community.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nour VALUES\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nTEAMWORK We believe in the power of collaboration.\r\n\r\nINTEGRITY “Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.”\r\n\r\nINNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS We explore the boundaries of architecture and the evolution of the \r\n\r\nconnection between for and function.\r\n\r\nSERVICE Our clients and our community are our priority.