Controller Finance Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY

Accountant Job Description Department Accounting / Finance Reports To Controller - Financial Reporting Works Closely With Controller - Construction; Director of Shared Services; Assistant Controller - Payroll; AP/AR Leads Position Type Full-Time | Exempt Compensation $75,000-85,000 / year, depending on experience Position Summary The Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of Livingston Development Ventures' financial records through ownership of account reconciliations, month-end close activities, financial analysis, and reporting support. This role serves as a key contributor to the close process and partners closely with the Controller(s), Director of Shared Services, and Payroll team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The role will also help improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, reduce close timelines, and support company growth initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Monthly Close & Financial Reporting Prepare and post month-end journal entries. Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages. Maintain the month-end close checklist and ensure completion deadlines are met.

Analyze financial activity and identify unusual fluctuations or variances. Support month-end and year-end close processes across all entities. Account Reconciliations Own and prepare balance sheet, intercompany, prepaid, accrual, debt, fixed asset, clearing, and suspense account reconciliations.

Investigate discrepancies and resolve reconciling items timely. Maintain audit-ready supporting documentation for all reconciliations. Ensure reconciliations are completed according to established deadlines.

Construction Accounting Support Support the Controller with WIP reporting, supporting schedules, and job cost analysis. Review job cost transactions for accuracy and assist with correction of posting issues. Assist with construction revenue recognition support schedules.

Support equipment, fuel, and operational cost reporting as needed. General Ledger Maintenance Assist with maintaining the chart of accounts integrity and monitor transactions for proper coding. Prepare recurring journal entries and supporting schedules.

Monitor and correct posting errors in coordination with AP, AR, Payroll, and Controllers. Internal Controls & Compliance Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures. Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to documentation requests.

Support implementation and monitoring of accounting controls. Identify control gaps and recommend improvements. Special Projects & Process Improvement Assist with initiatives to reduce the monthly close timeline and improve coordination across departments.

Develop and maintain standardized reconciliation templates and close schedules. Support ERP implementation, upgrades, testing, reporting improvements, and workflow changes. Identify opportunities for automation and improved financial reporting processes.

Assist with treasury, cash flow, acquisition, restructuring, and other strategic projects as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience; construction industry experience preferred.

Strong general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliation experience. Experience with multiple legal entities preferred. Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience (Sage CRE, Sage Intacct, Viewpoint, CMiC, Acumatica, or similar).

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines. Professional communication skills and willingness to partner across AP, AR, Payroll, and operational teams. A self-starter who demonstrates a great degree of initiative and intellectual curiosity.

Strong process orientation and demonstrated ability to improve workflow. Role in the Accounting Structure The Accountant serves as the accounting execution anchor for the department. This role owns balance sheet integrity and close support, allowing Controllers to focus on financial leadership, analysis, and business partnership while Shared Services focuses on AP/AR operations.

Livingston Development Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in equal opportunity for all and are committed to ensuring all individuals have equal opportunity relating to recruitment, employment, career development and advancement, promotion, and retirement and are based solely on merit, without regard to all legally protected classes, including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history) or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Livingston Development Ventures is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability so that an individual can perform job-related duties.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact Lauren Battaglia at lbattaglia@livingstonassociates.com