Operation Controller

The Operations Controller plans, implements, and supervises all operational accounting functions and staff for the region/business-unit, and provides oversight of operational finance systems, processes, standards, and procedures. The Operations Controller is responsible for the financial/accounting activities, audits, documentation, etc. which impact the region/business-unit and its projects. Responsible for ensuring all relevant project/contract and customer data and reports are accurate, consistent, timely, and made available to operations and project management on a routine and as-needed basis. Manages P2C’s invoice processing, account collection activities and project accounting responsibilities. This position reports to the Director of Finance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide relevant project information on a routine and as-needed basis to both operational management and project management, including: profitability analysis (including the tracking of costs versus budget), detailed cost reports, charts and diagrams, etc. Generates, maintains, and provides adequate backup for management, internal and external accounting, and/or SOX requirements.


• Responsible for the maintenance and completeness of all customer and project folders (paper and electronic).

• Responsible for ensuring timely project set-up and closure.

• Provide controls of projects in accordance with Primoris Policies and Procedures and all associated SOX approvals, processes and documentation.


• Participate in project meetings (project reviews, status meeting, progress review, etc.) along with project management.


• Coordinate with Segment Project Controls personnel on all fixed price projects and provide financial information and support as needed.


• Uses operational and supervisory expertise to solve problems. Keeps operations and project management informed on all financial related project issues.


• Analyze and provide financial insight and recommendations to operations and project management. Assist in tracking the profitability and status of contracts and projects.


• Help track fleet utilization, use of subcontractors, company fuel and credit cards, etc., recommending appropriate actions to improve or maintain profitability.


• Provide necessary support for customer audits, internal and external quarterly and annual audits.


• Provides supervision, oversight, coaching, and mentoring of P2C’s and other accounting staff to support business objectives. Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion and deadline adherence.


• Coordinate with Corporate Shared Services Accounts Payable and Payroll groups. Assist in resolving “front line” issues and facilitate proper coding, resolution of issues and follow-up with operations and employees to assure accurate and timely processing of AP and payroll.


• Oversee the P2C team to ensure the accurate, complete, and timely preparation of customer invoices and submission to customer portals. Responsible for coordinating all activities related to customer collections, including weekly status meetings.


• Provide weekly and monthly financial reporting including tracking of cash metrics, AR and CIE aging and DSO, as required and requested.

Required Qualifications:

• BS in Accounting or related discipline is required.


• A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in the construction industry working in project accounting and controls is preferred.


• Proficiency and knowledge of cost/planning/control and reporting techniques, specifically project accounting practices and use of financial systems is a plus.


• Proficient computer skills using MS Office products (especially Excel) is required. Experience using ERP systems (especially ViewPoint) is a plus.


• Proven accuracy, reliability, and completeness in job accomplishment, as well as the ability to work independently and follow through on assignments is a must.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.


• Skill in developing policy and procedure documentation and coordinating with Segment and Corporate requirements.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Able to interact with all levels of management.


• Effective oral and written communication skills as well as excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills


• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills.

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