Huitt-Zollars
Assistant Controller
Huitt-Zollars, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Role Description:
The Assistant Controller works closely with the Vice President, Accounting & Project Controls in directing the organization's accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger. The role will require communicating with all Huitt-Zollars departments and assisting with providing essential training for staff.
Location:
Dallas, TX
Employment Type:
40 FT Hours
Compensation Type:
Salary
Reports to:
Vice President of Accounting, Project Controls/Controller
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Duties:
Contributes to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning and budgeting systems.Oversees the preparation of month-end, year-end and periodic reporting as well as required filings.Ensures that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization.Act as liaison with auditors and external accounting team(s).Assist with reporting to Senior Leadership and/or external agencies.Assist with Cash Flow forecasting.Oversee tax filing process(es) where appropriate.Coach and develop accounting staff.Assume special projects and duties as assigned or requested.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Key Responsibilities:
Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.Productively collaborates with others and leads or encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the project team and office.Complete assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish assignments.Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.CPA designation desired, but not required.CPA Firm Experience desired, but not required.Knowledge of ERP systems, such as Deltek high preferred.Experience working within an architecture, engineering or construction setting is desired.This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies.
About Huitt-Zollars:
Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page .Benefits & Perks:
Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)MDLive TelehealthEmployer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability8 Paid HolidaysEmployee Morale/Teambuilding events and activitiesPaid Vacation/Annual LeavePaid Sick LeaveTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsProfessional Societies and Registrations Fee ReimbursementsTerm Life / AD&D insuranceCancer and Specified Disease insuranceTwo retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOPPhysical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 25 pounds on occasionThe employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
This position will office out of our Dallas, TX location in a 'Class A' office space including a state-of-the-art gym (no cost), covered parking, food court, and more.
Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.
Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Full-time
Description
Role Description:
The Assistant Controller works closely with the Vice President, Accounting & Project Controls in directing the organization's accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger. The role will require communicating with all Huitt-Zollars departments and assisting with providing essential training for staff.
Location:
Dallas, TX
Employment Type:
40 FT Hours
Compensation Type:
Salary
Reports to:
Vice President of Accounting, Project Controls/Controller
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Duties:
Contributes to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning and budgeting systems.Oversees the preparation of month-end, year-end and periodic reporting as well as required filings.Ensures that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization.Act as liaison with auditors and external accounting team(s).Assist with reporting to Senior Leadership and/or external agencies.Assist with Cash Flow forecasting.Oversee tax filing process(es) where appropriate.Coach and develop accounting staff.Assume special projects and duties as assigned or requested.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Key Responsibilities:
Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.Productively collaborates with others and leads or encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the project team and office.Complete assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish assignments.Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.CPA designation desired, but not required.CPA Firm Experience desired, but not required.Knowledge of ERP systems, such as Deltek high preferred.Experience working within an architecture, engineering or construction setting is desired.This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies.
About Huitt-Zollars:
Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page .Benefits & Perks:
Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)MDLive TelehealthEmployer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability8 Paid HolidaysEmployee Morale/Teambuilding events and activitiesPaid Vacation/Annual LeavePaid Sick LeaveTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsProfessional Societies and Registrations Fee ReimbursementsTerm Life / AD&D insuranceCancer and Specified Disease insuranceTwo retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOPPhysical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 25 pounds on occasionThe employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
This position will office out of our Dallas, TX location in a 'Class A' office space including a state-of-the-art gym (no cost), covered parking, food court, and more.
Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.
Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.