Controller (on-site)

TAKKION is a rapidly growing organization where our leaders drive complex multi-state operations that support some of the most critical renewable energy projects in the countrybalancing safety integrity and transparency while leading high-performing teams in fast-moving environments. If you thrive in environments where your operational expertise directly impacts growth client success and team development TAKKION offers the platform autonomy and support to elevate your career.

Job Summary:

The Controller is responsible for leading the organizations accounting operations financial reporting and internal controls in support of a fast-growing company. This role ensures accurate and timely financial reporting strong compliance and disciplined cost management across project-based and field-intensive operations. The Controller partners closely with Finance Operations HR and Executive Leadership to support profitability scalability and operational excellence.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

1. Lead all accounting functions including general ledger month-end and year-end close account reconciliations and financial statement preparation.

2. Prepare and review monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

3. Ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost accounting for project-based and service contracts.

4. Maintain consistent accounting policies and procedures across operating segments.

Project & Cost Accounting

5. Oversee project accounting for construction maintenance and operations work including job cost tracking EAC POC revenue recognition margin analysis and variance reporting.

6. Partner with Operations and Project Management to improve visibility into labor travel equipment and subcontractor costs.

7. Support forecasting and accrual processes to ensure timely recognition of committed costs.

Internal Controls & Compliance

8. Design implement and maintain strong internal controls to support audit readiness and risk mitigation.

9. Coordinate annual financial audits tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements.

10. Ensure compliance with federal state and local financial regulations including multi-state operations considerations.

Leadership & Team Development

11. Lead mentor and develop the accounting team fostering accountability accuracy and continuous improvement.

12. Establish clear roles workflows and performance expectations within the accounting function.

13. Partner cross-functionally with HR Payroll and Benefits teams to ensure accurate labor cost and benefits accounting.

14. Actively participate in and as needed lead discussions on financial accounting annual audit and other related topics with the companys executive team Board of Directors and Audit Committee.

Systems & Process Improvement

15. Drive process improvements and automation within accounting and reporting systems (ERP job costing timekeeping expense management).

16. Play an active role in development utilization and enhancement of the companys ERP and financial systems to ensure they support operations budgeting and forecasting and company growth.

17. Support financial dashboards and KPIs to support executive decision-making.

Strategic Partnership

18. Act as a trusted business partner to the CFO and executive team providing insights on financial performance margins and growth opportunities.

19. Support budgeting forecasting and long-range financial planning.

20. Assist with integration of new business lines acquisitions or geographic expansion.

21. Travel as required and perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of the role.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or a related field.
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with project-based accounting in construction energy infrastructure or field services environments.
• ASC 606 and 842 experience.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex multi-entity accounting structures.
• ERP implementation experience highly preferred.
• Ability to travel as required.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

The physical demands of are generally light and primarily aligned with office-based work unless visiting operational facilities/sites.

Specific requirements include:

• Extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer or other digital devices.
• Frequent use of hands for typing writing and handling office equipment.
• Occasional walking during on-site visits to different areas within the organization.
• Active listening and clear speech are essential for effectively supporting and coaching leaders and employees.
• Ability to lift carry or move up to 25 pounds
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment as required
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including extreme heat cold rain and wind if on location
• Travel up to 10%

TAKKION is an Equal Opportunity Employer