Business Controller

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Business Controller to ensure timely and accurate Business Unit (BU) financial reports and safeguards company assets while overseeing a single business. Partners with fellow Business Leaders, Department Heads and/or Market Leaders to ensure cohesion among Overhead Departments and the Business' Financials. 

Who are we?  

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! 

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Who are you? 

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.  

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.  

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. 

What’s in it for you?   

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. 

Responsibilities

• Confirms basic internal controls are in place and adequately maintained including proper segregation of duties in the performance of processes and procedures, as well as the proper accumulation and reporting of financial information
• Ensures all financial reporting/budgeting/forecasting including start dates, completion dates, fee sales, labor sales, labor forecast, regional forecast, and forecast ranges are accurate prior to submission
• Certifies each project forecast is properly setup per contract and accurate reporting from the CE system and Fee analysis is occurring
• Ensures non-reimbursable cost policy is adhered to, and proper approvals are in place 
• Ensures balance sheet accounts are properly analyzed each month and timely, corrective action is taken when required
• Confirms capital expenditures are properly classified and ensures the region is adhering to the capital expenditure policy and procedures 
• Adheres to the profit recognition rules regarding monthly closing is required     
• Implements a quality measurement with zero defects for the AR function with no delinquent receivables and no unbilled cost 
• Ensures that the proper procedures are in place for the review and approval of all invoices 
• Ensures timeliness and accuracy of time reporting to provide accurate project forecasting as well as properly paying employees
• Serves as administrative manager for the Regional office with oversight of office leasing, leasehold improvements, ensure that established national accounts are utilized for travel, office supplies, office equipment, auto leasing and auto rental, records retention, technology equipment, and cellular phone service
• Manages capital expenditures in accordance with the company policy 
• Provides due diligence with regard to identifying and reporting financial risks to the company
• Collaborates with legal, sales, insurance, and operational teams to review client contracts, ensuring commercial terms are aligned with business objectives and risk management strategies
• Collaborates with operational teams to evaluate project proposals, focusing on cost structures and revenue strategies to support financial viability and strategic alignment
• Prepares and delivers group presentations to support financial reporting, enterprise objectives, and team training initiatives, ensuring all contect is accurate, relevant, and aligned with organizational goals
• Provides oversight for internal and external audit processes ensuring thorough preparation, coordination, and resolution of audit findings
• Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
• Manages work independently while being responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Occasional travel is required to support business operations and leadership engagement across locations

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in the construction industry, with a strong understanding of industry-specific financial practice
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Proficient in CMiC
• Knowledge of DCAA labor rates, burdens, and internal cost allocations

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Chicago, IL this ranges from $175,000.00 - $200,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.