Regional Assistant Controller bei Kent Companies

Summary
The Regional Assistant Controller is responsible for providing high-level support to the Corporate Controller as they manage all regional accounting activities. The Regional Assistant Contoller�s main duties include leading job cost, billing, collections, inventory, and month-end close activities to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency. This role partners closely with Division Managers (DMs), Project Managers (PMs), Superintendents, and corporate finance to deliver timely, precise financial data that supports business decision-making. The Regional Assistant Controller will oversee a team of finance and billing professionals, ensuring compliance with company policies and deadlines while proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Regional Assistant Controller is responsible for all aspects of job cost reporting for the Midwest and Southeast divisions, including billing, payroll, and inventory. 
• Prepare, analyze, and review weekly and monthly job cost reports, backlog reports, and Work-In-Progress schedules. 
• Supervise regional payroll processing and coordinate with project teams as needed on labor and payroll job costing information. 
• Manage weekly material, inventory, and equipment job cost transactions. Support month-end inventory counts and resolve discrepancies. 
• Assist Corporate Finance Manager with project specific insurance and bond requests.
• Supervise regional billing specialists to ensure all billing deadlines are met.
• Support the Collections team by monitoring overdue accounts and facilitating communication with Division Managers, Project Managers, and customers. 
• Oversee invoice approvals for assigned divisions to meet month end close deadlines.
• Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of regional financial statements. 
• Assist with preparation and review of monthly regional financial statements. 

Other Duties
Please note 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 and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, preferably in construction or project-based industries.
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and financial close processes.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Valid driver�s license
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s). 
• Ability to successfully pass a background check related to driving (for any driver)
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred education and experience

• Bachelor�s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Spectrum experience strongly preferred).

Benefits
Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year�s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Leadership development opportunities

Perks associated with this role
Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined but builds on the teammate�s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

Work Environment/Physical Demand
This position works in an office environment. This position requires long periods of sitting.

Position type, travel, and expected hours of work

• This is a full-time office position.
• This role may require periodic travel to regional offices as needed.
• Typical hours will range from 45-50 hours per week and are subject to change. Due to the critical nature of the role, accepting phone calls even during non-typical workdays and hours may be necessary.

Travel

Office Location
130 60th Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548

About Kent Companies
Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete� and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.

Kent Companies� family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply.

EEO Statement
At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions. 

The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company�s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.

Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.