Assistant Controller

The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire an Assistant Controller for its corporate office in Sharon Center, Ohio (Medina County). This position reports to the Controller.

Position Summary:  Provide back up to and assist the Controller with a variety of accounting functions within the areas of financial reporting, project margin analysis, cash management, taxes, and payroll administration.

 Position Responsibilities:

• Generate semi-monthly salaried payroll; set up deductions for new employees.
• Prepare required federal, state, and local financial and payroll reports; pay payroll taxes timely and accurately.
• Lead annual income tax reporting effort including preparing tax schedules for outside tax professionals to utilize in preparing returns.
• Generate monthly accounting closings including required adjustment of journal entries.
• Record and deposit cash receipts and monitor daily cash changes.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Monitor and review general ledger accounts, A/P and A/R monthly.
• Review insurance and benefit charges monthly for accuracy and approve for payment.
• Prepare city and CAT tax filings for the Company in accordance with all regulatory requirements.
• Report financial statements, budgets, and projections accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in project margin analysis meetings and review reports for accuracy.
• Manage accounts receivable collections.
• Prepare contractor pre-qualifications.
• Update the fixed asset and lease files.
• Prepare materials for external annual audit.
• Maintain the fuel card program.
• Upload accounts payable and payroll check registers to the bank.  Make appropriate pay/no pay decisions on positive pay exceptions.
• Calculate ESOP repurchase liabilities.
• Submit monthly 401(k) deferrals and match.  Assist in non-discrimination testing.
• Communicate and reinforce the Company vision, values, and goals.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

 Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management, preferably within the construction industry.
• Experience in income tax reporting a plus.
• Advanced math and computer skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of all relevant federal, state, and local requirements.
• Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills.

 Reporting to this position: Accounts Payable Associate.

About The Ruhlin Company
The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. Since 1915, we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Client satisfaction is the bedrock of our reputation, earned through innovative construction technology, experienced leadership and an unswerving commitment to quality. Today Ruhlin enjoys a national reputation as a construction services leader. 

The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that includes Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, paid vacation and sick days.

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program