Project Controller

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly (creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Project Controller to join our Infrastructure – Sector Finance Team at any of the following office locations: Atlanta, GA; Albany, NY; Boston, MA; Indianapolis, IN; Miami, FL; or Rochester; NY. 

CHA's corporate support teams provide vital specialized services to our technical business lines and market teams including, financial, legal, marketing, business development, human resources, information technology and operational services.  These teams may also support clients when their skills and expertise are required.

The Project Controller is a leader in the Project Financial Management team and plays critical roles in the successful management of team members and their administration of contracts throughout a project's lifecycle. The professional in this role will provide guidance and oversight to the team as well as work with Business, Sector and Company leadership and is seen as a subject matter expert in project financial management. This individual will be responsible for ensuring proper contract management, project compliance and audit support, as well as department reporting, monitoring, and improving KPI’s.   

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of 10 years of Project Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Analysis or similar activity required
• Understanding of business systems, financial tracking and project management systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of revenue accounting and invoicing practices
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Extremely organized and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Effective supervisory, mentoring and ability to develop and train staff are essential to success.
• Previous work experience in professional services or project-oriented field
• Experience working in enterprise accounting systems. Deltek Vision or comparable is preferred.
• Experience in a rapid-paced and high-volume environment

$80,000 - $96,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.