Controller

Description

ATMI Precast offers more than a typical Controller role. This is a chance to take the lead in shaping financial strategy, improving systems, and driving performance inside a 35-year construction business that values action and results. You will work side by side with senior leadership, influence key decisions, and build the financial foundation for future growth.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on environment where your ideas are heard, your impact is visible, and your work truly matters. For those who take ownership, think strategically, and thrive on continuous improvement, ATMI is the place to grow and lead.

Summary

We’re seeking a hands-on, experienced Controller to lead financial operations in a dynamic construction/manufacturing environment. This individual will be responsible for managing all aspects of financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, AR/AP, payroll, and contract billing. The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset with attention to operational detail and has deep industry knowledge in construction and project-based costing. This role will be instrumental in enhancing financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance, and driving cost control improvements company wide.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, industry regulations, and internal company policies.
• Lead preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee AR/AP, payroll processing (including union and hourly), and contractor billing.
• Improve and streamline financial reporting systems, workflows, and procedures.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models with input from department leaders.
• Analyze and monitor project costs, margins, and job costing to ensure profitability and accuracy.
• Support decision-making with timely financial insights and strategic recommendations.
• Maintain financial systems including Sage 300, Paylocity, and Timberline for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure internal controls are effectively designed and maintained to safeguard company assets.
• Collaborate with production and HR teams on payroll, labor costing, and financial analysis.
• Mentor and manage accounting staff, supporting their growth and professional development.
• Conduct variance analysis and investigate deviations from budgeted performance.
• Travel occasionally to our Indianapolis location to support operations and align financial practices.
• Foster a culture of financial accountability and continuous improvement across departments.
• Evaluate and recommend financial technology improvements to increase transparency, automation, and accuracy in reporting.
• Support compliance with tax laws, insurance audits, and industry regulations, identifying areas of risk and ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
• Design scalable financial infrastructure to support future growth, expansion, and acquisition opportunities.
• Develop and maintain financial KPIs to monitor business health and help leadership make data-informed decisions.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive financial leadership in a construction or manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on experience with payroll, AR/AP, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Expertise in job costing, billing, and project-based financial management.
• Proficiency with financial software systems including Sage 300, Timberline, and Paylocity.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High ethical standards, self-directed, and results oriented.
• Experience managing and mentoring accounting teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Familiarity with union payroll and related compliance is a plus.