Controller

Apply with this linkController at TMS Architects & Interiorshttps://easyapply.co/a/e4af5827-bdb2-42f6-b07a-ca5a0b5cacdcPosition OverviewTMS Architects & Interiors is seeking an in office full time Controller to lead financial management, reporting, and internal controls for our growing, project-based design firm.This role is responsible for the integrity of financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, revenue recognition, and financial performance visibility across architectural and interiors operations. The Controller will support ownership with informed decision-making while maintaining disciplined accounting processes.This is not a transactional bookkeeping role. We are seeking a finance leader who understands project-based accounting and can translate financial data into operational insight.Core ResponsibilitiesMonth End BillingBudget Management / Profit and LossServe as primary liaison to external CPA to support tax planning and complianceExpert in Excel and QuickBooksFinancial Analysis for Past Performance and Future GrowthFinancial Leadership & ReportingLead monthly financial close processPrepare and present monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)Oversee revenue recognition and WIP review for project-based billingPartner with principals on financial performance analysisDeliver monthly budget vs actual and variance reportingDevelop and maintain 3–6 month cash flow forecastsMonitor firm-wide labor multiplier and profitability metricsProvide project margin visibility to leadershipAccounts Receivable & Cash ManagementOversee AR aging and collections strategyEnsure timely billing coordination with project managersMonitor unbilled WIP and prevent margin leakageManage liquidity planning and banking relationshipsAccounting OperationsOversee AP and payroll processing (may supervise accounting support)Maintain general ledger integrityPerform or oversee bank and credit card reconciliationsMaintain internal controls and separation of dutiesFile monthly sales tax returns (including FF&E where applicable)Coordination with Interiors department on Purchasing supportSystems & Process ImprovementMaintain financial integrity between QuickBooks and BQEImprove reporting workflows and operational dashboardsIdentify and implement process improvementsEstablish scalable financial systems for growthExternal CoordinationServe as primary liaison to external CPASupport tax planning and complianceCoordinate annual insurance renewals and financial documentationQualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required7+ years progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilityExperience in professional services, architecture, engineering, construction or project-based firms strongly preferredDeep understanding of:Revenue recognitionWork in Progress (WIP) accountingProject margin analysisCash flow forecastingAdvanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel (pivot tables, modeling, analysis)Experience with BQE or similar project accounting systems preferredStrong communication skills and ability to partner with operational leadershipHigh integrity and comfort working in an owner-led environmentExperience in managing multiple companies