Controller

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations for AIMS Companies. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data leads the month-end and year-end close processes and maintains compliance across multiple states and business units. The Controller provides strategic financial oversight while remaining hands-on with day-to-day accounting activities driving process improvements strengthening internal controls and supporting operational excellence.

• Lead and manage all accounting functions including AP AR payroll accounting cash management and general ledger.

• Oversee and execute month-end and year-end close processes including reconciliations accruals journal entries and variance analysis.

• Ensure accuracy of job costing revenue recognition and work-in-progress (WIP) schedules.

• Maintain compliance with all multi-state tax filings and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor and manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.

• Prepare and review timely and accurate financial statements and management reports.

• Lead consolidated financial reporting and intercompany reconciliations across business units.

• Develop internal dashboards and reporting tools to support decision-making.

• Manage year-end audit process and serve as primary liaison with external auditors.

• Design implement and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.

• Identify and lead initiatives to improve accounting workflows reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

• Ensure proper documentation of financial procedures and policies.

• Evaluate and implement new systems tools and automation opportunities.

• Lead mentor and develop accounting staff ensuring accountability and professional growth.

• Partner with operations project managers procurement and executive leadership to align financial insights with business strategy.

• Provide cross-functional financial guidance and support decision-making across the organization.

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance or related field required (CPA preferred).

• 7 12 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibilities.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP financial reporting and close processes.

• Experience in multi-state operations; job costing or construction-related industry experience strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting systems.

• Proven ability to lead teams manage deadlines and drive process improvements.

• Highly detail-oriented organized and analytical with strong problem-solving skills.