Controller

Summary: The Controller will serve as a key member of The Legacy Utility Group leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting operations for Legacy Utility Group and its subsidiary companies Jaeger Vacuum Excavation, ECS and Guardian Traffic Solutions. This role is critical to ensuring financial integrity, driving operational efficiency, and supporting the company’s growth objectives. The Controller will lead a team of accounting professionals while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Our company culture is anchored in three core values: Think Big; Teamwork; and Integrity. We uphold the highest ethical standards, guiding our actions and decisions daily. We foster a workplace where diverse perspectives, creative solutions, trusting and supporting one another, celebrating our contributions. These values are the bedrock of our operations, and this approach outlines the role, and clearly communicates the core values candidates are expected to champion and embody. Think Big – “Level Up” Our team understands that we are not going to settle for “good enough”. We emphasize the importance of aiming high, pushing boundaries, and continuously evolving to achieve greater success and fulfillment in life. Teamwork “Stronger Together” In caring for each other over self we achieve the mission through accountability, dependability, selflessness, and our collective experience. Integrity “Do What’s Right” Our team’s moral compass aligns with making decisions and taking actions that reflect principles of fairness, honesty, selflessness, and compassion. The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by the business demands. Leadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Set clear goals and expectations for the team, providing regular feedback and development opportunities. Financial Reporting & Compliance
Prepare and manage accurate and timely financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Coordinate and manage audits, tax filings, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain and enforce internal controls to ensure compliance with financial regulations and safeguard company assets. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
Monitor and manage cash flow to support operational needs and long-term strategies.
Support operational decisions by providing financial analysis and modeling for various projects and initiatives.
Collaborate with the CFO and senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights that align with the company’s objectives. Operational Finance & Process Improvement
Ensure the proper management of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Evaluate and implement systems, processes, and controls to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.
Partner with department leaders to provide financial insights and drive cost efficiencies. Strategic Initiatives & Risk Management
Support mergers, acquisitions, and other growth initiatives with due diligence and integration planning.
Identify and mitigate financial risks while exploring opportunities for revenue growth and profitability improvement. Qualification Requirements: Education & Certification
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Designation required Experience
Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role
Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Proven success managing audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
Hands-on experience overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions
Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, including financial due diligence and integration Technical & Financial Skills
In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities to support operational decision-making
Proficiency with accounting systems and ERP software (e.g., Sage, NetSuite, or similar platforms)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting functions
Experience designing and implementing internal controls, automation, and process improvements Required Skills Leadership & Collaboration
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting teams in a high-performance culture
Ability to set clear goals, provide feedback, and support team growth and development
Effective cross-functional collaboration with department heads and executive leadership
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence decision-making at all organizational levels Communication & Organizational Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to explain complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment 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 accommodations 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 use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb, or balance, and stoop, kneel crouch, or crawl. The employee occasionally is required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and to walk up to ½ mile daily. Specific vision abilities in this job include close vision and distance 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Note: Legacy Utility Group is a drug-smoke and alcohol- free workplace. Drug testing is a requirement for employment. Legacy Utility Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.