Controller
BHMG Engineers • St Louis, Missouri • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Jun 30, 2026
Controller
Location: St. Louis, MO
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: CFO
About BHMG
BHMG is a leader in utility-focused engineering and consulting, serving electric companies, municipalities and organizations with large energy needs. For over 50 years, we’ve been the trusted partner organizations rely on to solve complex challenges and reimagine what’s possible.
At BHMG, you’re not just doing a job - you’re building a meaningful career with a company that lives its mission every day:
We empower our team, encourage ownership and innovation, and create an environment where you can enjoy your work, do your best, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Controller to support our CFO and Finance Team in managing the organization’s financial operations. This position oversees the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting.
The Controller plays a key role in maintaining strong internal controls, producing accurate and timely financial statements, and optimizing financial systems. This role supports organizational decision-making and contributes to the overall success of the BHMG team.
Key Responsibilities
As Controller, you will support key financial operations across the organization, ensuring accurate execution of the full accounting cycle while maintaining strong internal controls, reliable reporting, and effective systems that support informed-decision making.
You will:
- Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial KPIs and dashboards for executive leadership.
- Lead financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Identify, design, and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.
- Coordinate external audits and tax return preparation, ensuring all documentation and schedules are accurate and complete.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Oversee payroll operations and ensure accuracy in payroll accounting.
- Lead the development of the annual budget and financial forecasts.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance with GAAP.
- Oversee account reconciliations and ensure the integrity of the general ledger.
- Implement, maintain, and optimize financial systems, reporting tools, and workflows.
- Promote efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement across all financial operations.
- Utilize advanced Excel and NetSuite capabilities to support reporting, analysis, and decision-support functions.
People Leadership
- Lead and mentor accounting staff; provide coaching, feedback, and career development guidance. Delegate tasks and oversee work.
- Facilitate 1:1 meetings and check-ins to maintain alignment, accountability, and performance transparency.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on excellence and continuous improvement.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- Typically, 10 or more years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility. This role is well-suited for individuals ready to take their next step into a Controller position or those early in their tenure as a Controller.
- CPA preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and NetSuite
- Authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship
Desired Skills & Attributes:
- Deep technical accounting expertise, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop the accounting team and oversee all financial operations.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and NetSuite, including complex reporting, modeling, and system optimization.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with sound judgment in financial decision-making.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, effectively partnering with the CFO, auditors, and executive leadership.
What We Offer:
At BHMG, we’re committed to raising the bar for what it means to work at an engineering and consulting firm. Our people are passionate, collaborative, and driven by a shared commitment to quality and solutions.
We offer a competitive, comprehensive compensation package, including:
· Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
· Company-paid life and disability insurance
· Paid holidays and paid time off
· 401(k) retirement plan
· Paid parental leave
· Flexible schedules and hybrid work options for strong work-life balance
· Professional development and licensure support
· A fun, respectful, and team-oriented culture
· And much more!
BHMG Engineers, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $100,000–$120,000 per year (median ~$120,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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