Controller

*CONTROLLER* Liftech is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm of about 30 staff specializing in cranes, marine structures, and other complex structures.
Our worldwide clients include owners, engineers, operators, manufacturers, and contractors.
We have a Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise (WFOE) in China, Liftech Shanghai Limited.
Our firm is almost 60 years old and still maintains its core values of integrity, ingenuity, and client service.
Liftech is an equal opportunity employer.
We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our team in Oakland, California.
Strong accounting, financial analysis, communication, and organization skills are required.
Should be highly motivated, have a positive attitude, and be proficient at working in a team environment and independently.
We offer a salary range of $165,000 to $185,000 and competitive benefits including flexible working hours and a hybrid work environment.
This position is expected to be present in the Oakland office a minimum of two full days per week.
*Summary* Work with firm Principals to manage and coordinate the firm’s finances and accounting practices.
Must have experience in a wide range of accounting-related tasks, including both project-based accounting and general financial accounting methods, and be able to work independently with little or no supervision.
*Responsibilities* Able to take on some of the following responsibilities immediately and be trained for others depending on the candidate.
Outgoing personnel will be available to help with training.
Manage financial systems, banking, A/R and A/P processing and monitoring, employee benefits and payroll through TriNet, wire transfers, audits, and compliance with foreign and state regulations.
Develop and present required accounting and financial data for the firm including: property taxes, FAR overhead multipliers, monthly budgets and year-end financial reports, compliance and eligibility for 401(k) accounts.
Interface with outside accountants as necessary, including for our Liftech Shanghai Limited WFOE company in China, to coordinate overhead expense monitoring, tax planning, and document control for legal documents.
Perform monthly financial reporting including expenditures, G/L distributions, and ratio analysis.
Provide input to firm Principals on tax planning, including monitoring and reporting for states where we are required to file income taxes.
Participate in developing annual budget with firm Principals.
Develop and maintain depreciation and property tax schedules, review depreciation schedule and inventory including monitoring cash flow.
Lead government and client audits.
Assist with any insurance claim processing.
Assist with financial- related aspects of project proposals, such as historical cost data, overhead multipliers, and SF330s.
Oversee invoice process using Ajera.
Create reporting tools or inquiries in the Ajera accounting software system or provide input in other financial manager or monitoring application systems.
Assist firm Principals and project managers with cash flow projections and collections including producing invoice aging reports and client payment histories.
*Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, CPA preferred Minimum of 10 years of relevant accounting experience, potentially less with a demonstrated history of excellent performance in a similar role Experience with both project-based and general financial accounting methods Team player with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Strong problem solving and organization skills Able to take initiative and work independently and in teams Knowledge of Ajera accounting system, extensive knowledge preferred A&E industry experience preferred *Contact* Anna Dix, Principal, adix@liftech.
net Leah Olson, Principal, lolson@liftech.
net Job Type: Full-time Pay: $165,000.
00 - $185,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Profit sharing * Vision insurance Experience level: * 10 years Physical setting: * Office Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: * Bonus opportunities Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakland, CA 94612