Wagner Construction Inc. · 9 hours ago
Assistant Controller
Denver Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expWagner Construction Inc. is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the Controller and CFO in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role primarily focuses on payroll accounting, cash reconciliations, fixed assets, and assisting in annual audits.
Construction
Responsibilities
Remit weekly payroll taxes (federal, state, and local) accurately and on time
Remit weekly payroll garnishments and maintain compliance with court and agency requirements
Prepare and file monthly and quarterly payroll tax reports (941s, state equivalents, etc.)
Prepare and distribute annual W-2s and related year-end payroll filings
Update and maintain payroll tax rates (FICA, FUTA, SUTA, state and local rates, etc.)
Tie out payroll general ledger accounts each pay period and month-end
Reconcile payroll registers to GL and resolve discrepancies timely
Serve as point of contact for payroll tax agencies and respond to notices or inquiries
Perform monthly bank statement reconciliations for all operating, payroll, and related accounts
Investigate and resolve reconciling items promptly
Assist in cash management reporting and controls
Tie out benefit deductions and employer contributions to invoices and carrier statements
Reconcile benefit payable and expense accounts monthly
Support open enrollment, plan changes, and annual renewals from an accounting and compliance perspective
Assist in maintaining the fixed asset subledger, including additions, disposals, and transfers
Calculate and record depreciation in accordance with company policy
Reconcile fixed assets to the general ledger
Support capital expenditure tracking and reporting
Coordinate and support annual workers’ compensation and general liability audits
Prepare schedules and documentation for Annual Audits (workers’ comp, general liability, WSI)
Assist with internal and external financial audits, including preparation of audit support schedules
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities as assigned
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Identify process improvements and recommend efficiencies within accounting workflows
Provide backup support for Controller functions as needed
Maintain accurate accounting records, supporting schedules, and documentation
Support prevailing wage/certified payroll requirements as needed
Coordinate effectively across departments (HR, Payroll, Operations) to ensure accurate processing and compliance
Reconcile vendor, benefit, and payroll-related discrepancies and follow through to resolution
Ensure the accuracy and detail of all data entered into Company systems, and updates regularly as needed
Maintain positive relationships with employees, vendors, agencies and co-workers
Display excellent multitasking skills while managing recurring deadlines and multiple priorities
Timely completion of all job-related paperwork and audit deliverables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
3–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or payroll-heavy environments
Strong knowledge of payroll accounting, payroll tax compliance, and reconciliations
Experience with general ledger systems and payroll platforms
Advanced Excel skills (reconciliations, tie-outs, analysis)
High attention to detail and ability to meet recurring deadlines without supervision
Preferred
Experience with multi-state payroll and complex payroll tax jurisdictions
Experience supporting insurance audits (workers' comp, general liability)
Experience with fixed asset accounting in a capital-intensive environment
CPA or CPA-eligible a plus
Experience supporting prevailing wage/certified payroll processes
Company
Wagner Construction Inc.
Since 1985 Wagner Construction Inc., has been a resource to the Midwest by providing services in a variety of different sectors including Underground Utilities, Site development, Forestry, Commercial/Industrial building, Heavy civil, and Transportation.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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