Controller

• Lead the Accounting & Finance Department and oversee all day-to-day accounting activities.
• Directly manage and oversee A/P, A/R, Payroll, Contracts & Compliance, and related accounting functions.
• Take ownership of the full accounting cycle and ensure transactions are recorded completely, accurately, and timely.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, including coordinating and assigning responsibilities to the Accounting Team.
• Process applicable tax liabilities, payments, employee deductions, and other accounting entries.
• Prepare the adjusted annual trial balance and supporting documentation for annual financial statements and corporate income tax preparation.
• Handle additional accounting matters and special financial projects as needed.

• Manage company cash flow and prepare regular cash flow analysis and forecasts.
• Monitor collections, receivables, payables, and overall working capital.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor company performance against budget.
• Provide scheduled and as-needed financial reports and analysis to the President and leadership team.

• Oversee construction accounting and project financial reporting, including job costing, WIP reporting, cost-to-complete analysis, and related financial reporting.
• Review project financial performance and work with operational leadership to identify financial risks, trends, and areas requiring attention.
• Oversee Admin payroll and weekly Union payroll.
• Process and oversee applicable payroll tax liabilities and quarterly payroll reporting.
• Oversee monthly union reporting.
• Ensure payroll systems are properly maintained for salary and benefit changes, wage garnishments, new hires, and other applicable employee changes.
• Ensure applicable construction, union, payroll, and compliance reporting is completed accurately and on time.

• Serve as the primary accounting contact for external accountants and auditors.
• Coordinate annual year-end audits and prepare required audit schedules, documentation, data, and reports.
• Manage Workers' Compensation, General Liability, union, city, and other required audits.
• Assist with insurance renewals and gather required financial documentation.

• Lead, manage, train, and develop the Accounting Team.
• Establish clear expectations, priorities, deadlines, and accountability.
• Evaluate department performance and adjust daily operations when needed to meet company goals.
• Provide guidance and direction to ensure work is performed accurately, efficiently, and on time.
• Develop team members and create stronger processes as the company continues to grow.
• Build a department that can operate effectively while providing reliable financial information to leadership.
• Work collaboratively across departments and demonstrate the ability to take on broader leadership responsibilities over time.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required; CPA or MBA a plus.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, with construction accounting preferred.
• 3+ years as a Controller or higher-level financial leader, including directly managing employees for at least the last 3 years.
• Experience leading accounting for a $20M–$100M construction, specialty contracting or project-based business strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, full-cycle accounting, financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Construction job costing, WIP, cost-to-complete, union/certified payroll, and prevailing wage experience preferred.
• Experience managing financial, Workers' Compensation, General Liability, union, and other audits.
• Sage 100 Contractor preferred; strong Excel, spreadsheet, and reporting skills required.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.

• $120,000–$180,000 Total compensation, based on experience and qualifications
• Semi Annual Bonus, Medical, dental, vision, life insurance & AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan and Aflac voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays and paid time off

Fair Chance & EEO Notice

Pierre Landscape is a Fair Chance employer. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in compliance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This role requires a criminal background check due to job duties involving:

• Access to private and public work locations, including sensitive areas
• Operation of vehicles, machinery, tools, or hazardous materials
• Responsibility for client property, equipment, or secured work areas

All applicants will receive an individualized assessment of their conviction history before any employment decision is made.

Pierre Landscape provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any protected status under applicable laws.