Controller

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path! Wachter is accepting applications for an experienced Controller to work out of our Lenexa, KS office ( Must live within driving distance of the Office for the Hybrid schedule ). The Controller will direct financial accounting activities of the organization and decisions by enforcing policies and procedures.  Oversees general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash accounting, financial statement reporting, external audit, tax filings, and monitors budgeted expenditures.  Supervises the accounting team and reports to the CFO. We seek self-motivated and reliable candidates who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.    Benefits Package: Company Paid! Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance Paid Vacation and Holidays MD Live & TriaHealth Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings Primary Functions and Essential Responsibilities: Effectively manages the accounting team and day-to-day accounting processes as well as monthly close procedures. Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analyses, including detailed analysis of general ledger activity, cash projections, and investment reports. Coordinate and prepare all internal and external financial reports on a timely basis. Supports monthly, quarterly, and annual sales, payroll, and income tax preparation activities, and complies with filing deadlines. Maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, program budgets, and actual expenditures. Assist the CFO in developing policies related to financial and operational management, including the general ledger, cash management, revenue recognition, accounts payable, allocations, payroll, financial reporting, investments, and budget. Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures. Support the CFO in preparing material for the Board of Directors and various committees. Manage the annual financial statement, 401k plan and insurance audits. Assist the CFO in developing annual operating and capital budgets. Assist with evaluating and implementing various accounting-related software. Provide leadership and support to direct reports through coaching, counseling, and training; create and support a positive work environment. Manage performance review process, including review of performance goals and periodic reporting for staff. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, maintaining professional networks, and participating in professional associations. Stay up to date on new trends and innovations in the field of finance, payroll, management, and administration. Skills and Education: BS in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline preferred; CPA is preferred. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in progressively responsible financial leadership (construction industry experience a plus), including a minimum of 5 years of people management. Knowledge of best practice internal controls procedures and ability to enhance, develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures by way of systems that will improve overall operational effectiveness of the company. Tax (payroll, sales/use, and income tax) experience is highly preferred. Strong analytic skills. Solid ability to utilize various hardware and software formats. Track record of strong leadership skills and management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail, organizational, and follow-up skills. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Ability to work well with diverse groups of people with a clear vision of business needs. Positions Supervised: Accounts Payable Manager Billing Manager Payroll Manager Accounting/Operations Support Manager $140,000 - $160,000 a year Based on qualifications and experience. Apply for this job