Controller

H & G SystemsDallas, TX, US

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Job Description

Job Title : Controller

Location : Dallas, Texas

Reports To : President / CFO

Industry : Commercial HVAC, Plumbing Contracting, & HVAC Service

Employment Type : Full-Time, On-Site

About the Company

We are a leading commercial HVAC and plumbing contracting firm with a strong reputation for delivering top-tier mechanical systems and reliable service solutions to clients across the region. Our company specializes in large-scale construction projects, preventative maintenance, and emergency commercial HVAC services. We pride ourselves on safety, integrity, teamwork, and innovation.

Position Summary

The Controller is a key member of the executive management team, responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting, budgeting, job costing, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. This individual plays a critical role in supporting strategic decisions through data-driven financial analysis and ensuring the financial health of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee daily operations of the accounting department including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, and banking
Manage month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare and present timely and accurate financial statements, including job cost reports and work-in-progress (WIP) schedules
Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable local / state / federal regulations
Coordination with our accountant, our 401k plan administrator, our insurance agents, and our bonding agent
Support of all customer prequalification processes and questionnaires

Construction Job Costing & Project Accounting

Maintain detailed cost tracking on construction projects and service contracts

Collaborate with project managers to ensure proper billing, change orders, and forecasting

Review project profitability and support project budgeting and estimating

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow

Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes

Monitor cash flow, manage lines of credit, and oversee collections

Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities to guide company strategy

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

Maintain and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets

Improve efficiency of accounting systems, ERP usage, and reporting tools

Ensure compliance with insurance, bonding, licensing, and tax filing requirements

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Supervise and develop accounting staff

Serve as a financial partner to ownership and other department heads

Liaise with external auditors, banks, bonding agents, and CPAs

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)

Minimum 7+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a construction or mechanical contracting environment

Strong understanding of construction accounting (percentage-of-completion, WIP, retainage, job costing)

Proficiency in construction ERP / accounting software

Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze complex data

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

Experience in both contracting (HVAC / plumbing install) and service (HVAC repair & maintenance) environments

Familiarity with Deltek ComputerEase ERP / accounting software preferred

Understanding of lien waivers, AIA billing, and progress payment applications

Experience working with bonding and insurance companies

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Performance-based bonus potential

Health, dental, vision insurance, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

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Controller • Dallas, TX, US