Controller

Company: Dorsett Controls
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Who We Are:
Dorsett Controls is a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, specializing in custom control systems and services across a diverse range of industries, including HVAC controls and water/wastewater SCADA systems. With a commitment to precision, reliability, and cutting-edge technology, we help organizations optimize operations and enhance efficiency.



At Dorsett Controls, we are dedicated to delighting our customers, creating innovative experiences, and pursuing excellence. Our team is focused on delivering outstanding results, and we are seeking motivated individuals to join us in shaping the future of the control systems industry. We invite you to be part of our team.

Your Role:

The Controller will play a critical role in the financial operations of the company, overseeing all financial reporting, activities, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements. This position is ideal for a Senior Accountant looking to step into a Controller role and grow their career beyond. The Controller will oversee financial processes, provide guidance, and maintain strong internal controls, contributing significantly to Dorsett's success.

What We Offer:


Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, EAP, FSA, HSA, LTD/STD insurance, and wellness benefits.
Career Growth - Opportunities for advancement and education reimbursement.
Impactful Work - Be a part of a team that delivers cutting-edge automation solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment.


Key Responsibilities:


Financial Statement Close Process: Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, deferrals, and review of financial reports.
Account Reconciliation: Review account coding on invoices, journal entries, and other documents for accuracy, making necessary corrections.
Organizational Knowledge: Demonstrate an understanding of the company's structure, business operations, and industry.
Complex Accounting Analysis: Perform complex accounting tasks and analysis using spreadsheets and accounting tools.
Fixed Assets Management: Oversee the capitalization and maintenance of fixed asset records.
Departmental Support: Respond to inquiries and prepare ad hoc financial reports for other departments.
Audit Preparation: Prepare audit schedules and respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
General Ledger Analysis: Analyze general ledger to ensure inventory balance sheet accounts are accurate.
Internal Controls: Ensure internal controls are in place to support accurate financial statements and safeguard assets.
Capital Expenditure Analysis: Assist with capital expenditure preparation and analysis.
Accounting Policies: Provide guidance on adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
Cross-department Collaboration: Support operations and sales teams involved in subdivision management.
Regulatory Reporting: Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies, including sales tax filings.
Audit Participation: Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring financial controls are in place across multiple locations.
Special Projects: Contribute accounting expertise to special projects as needed.
Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.




What You Bring:


Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Experience: 4+ years of accounting experience, ideally in project or job-costing environments.
Technical Skills:

Competency in accounting software (Jonas, ProCore, Paycor, Power BI experience a plus).
Intermediate Excel skills, including tables, pivot tables, lookups, and complex formulas.
Strong familiarity with GAAP and general accounting procedures.


Industry Experience: Manufacturing and project accounting experience is preferred.


Additional Skills:


Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Organizational skills with an emphasis on accuracy and detail.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks efficiently.


Key Attributes:


Strong leadership potential, with a desire to move from Senior Accountant to Controller.
Self-starter who takes ownership of responsibilities.
Ability to work well with multiple teams and departments, fostering collaboration and communication.


Why Join Dorsett Controls?

At Dorsett Controls, you will be part of a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. Your contribution will help shape the future of the organization while you grow professionally in a company that supports your career aspirations.

Are you ready to make an impact? Apply today and take the next step in your financial career!



Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Driver's License Class C



Travel

Minimal.



Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, or team members. Ability to effectively present information to management.



Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk and lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.



Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.



Dorsett Controls is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Compensation details: 43.27-52.88PI66921ac5660a-25660-37343654

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