Job Description
Location: Gainesville, FL
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Salary: Up to $150,000
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Industry: HVAC, Construction, Mechanical Contracting
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Overview
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Syntax Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced Controller for a growing HVAC and construction-related company in Gainesville, FL. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader to oversee financial operations, strengthen internal controls, and partner with executive leadership to support continued growth.
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The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, construction, mechanical contracting, or a similar project-based industry, with experience managing accounting operations, job costing, and financial reporting.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close.
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Manage job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and project profitability analysis.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
- Monitor project costs, labor expenses, margins, and revenue recognition.
- Manage billing, collections, and working capital to support operational cash flow.
- Establish and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Lead and develop the accounting team while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Partner with executive leadership and operations to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved profitability.
- Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and external accounting relationships.
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Qualifications
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- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior leadership or Controller-level responsibilities.
- Experience in HVAC, construction, mechanical contracting, or a similar project-based industry strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of job costing, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project profitability.
- Knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
- Experience overseeing accounting teams and improving financial processes.
- Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
- CPA preferred but not required.
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
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Perks / Benefits
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- Competitive base salary up to $150,000.
- Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and influence financial strategy.
- High-visibility position with ownership of the accounting function.
- Opportunity to implement process improvements and support company growth.
- Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities.
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