SIMON | Assistant Corporate Controller

Corporate Accounting Manager

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary:

Responsible for supporting the Company's corporate accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, and financial analysis functions across a complex, multi-entity organization. Partners with corporate and regional finance teams to promote accuracy, consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement while developing the technical, analytical, and leadership capabilities required for future higher-level controller responsibilities.

This position is ideal for someone located in Southeast Wyoming or Northern Colorado. The role is primarily office-based in Cheyenne and Longmont, while offering occasional remote work flexibility when appropriate.

Main Responsibilities:

Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Simon Steering and Continuous Improvement teams

Support, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies

Assist with corporate accounting, consolidated financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and other key finance activities to support accurate and timely enterprise reporting

Analyze financial data related to cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and operating performance; support cash management strategies aligned with operational and growth objectives

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and variance analyses

Coordinate and consolidate financial information from regional accounting teams to ensure consistency, completeness, and accuracy in corporate and enterprise reporting

Support budget and forecast processes by gathering and validating data, identifying trends, preparing financial summaries, and communicating insights for leadership review

Assist in maintaining, strengthening, and documenting internal controls, accounting procedures, and compliance practices to promote financial accuracy, integrity, and accountability

Coordinate with external auditors and support annual audit activities, including audit preparation, documentation requests, internal audit support, and follow-up on identified items

Support sales/use tax compliance by reviewing transactions, assisting with reporting and filings, researching tax-related questions, and coordinating with internal stakeholders and external advisors on corporate tax matters

Perform accounting activities related to fixed assets, leases, and capital expenditures, including transaction recording, schedule maintenance, reconciliations, reporting support, and compliance with applicable accounting standards

Main Responsibilities (continued):

Identify and help implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency enhancements within corporate accounting and finance functions

Prepare ad hoc financial analysis, management reporting, and decision-support materials for executive leadership and strategic business initiatives

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives, accounting practices, and reporting outcomes with operational and organizational goals

May supervise assigned accounting staff based on operational needs, including daily oversight, coaching, performance support, and professional development; demonstrate leadership readiness for future Controller-level responsibilities

Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical support to accounting staff to promote consistency, professional growth, and adherence to corporate standards

Perform other related accounting, reporting, compliance, leadership, and administrative duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, related field, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience required

CPA, CMA, or CFM certification preferred

Skills:

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including financial reporting, corporate accounting, close processes, reconciliations, analysis, or accounting support within a complex or multi-entity organization

Demonstrated leadership aptitude with the ability to guide, influence, and develop others; prior direct people management experience is not required, but the role is intended to build readiness for future Controller-level leadership responsibilities

Experience in construction accounting or a similar project-based, operational, or multi-location environment preferred

Experience with sales/use tax compliance, reporting, and related accounting processes; basic understanding of corporate tax concepts preferred

Experience accounting for fixed assets, leases, and capital expenditures, including reconciliations, supporting schedules, reporting, and compliance with applicable accounting standards

Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and communicate meaningful insights in a complex, multi-entity business environment

Ability to collaborate effectively across organizational, functional, and geographic boundaries

Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, with the ability to organize, analyze, and present financial information effectively

Experience with enterprise accounting systems; JD Edwards experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

Wears and maintains required personal protective equipment to ensure safe performance of job responsibilities as required when visiting job sites

Regularly communicate (talk and hear) to support safe coordination, instruction, and teamwork in the work environment

Regularly required to perform tasks that require visual acuity to review information and ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance in work performed

Regularly sits for long periods at a desk using a computer to perform administrative, planning, and reporting responsibilities

Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle, and manipulate objects, write, and use a keyboard and/or mobile device to complete daily administrative and communication tasks

Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 35 pounds with or without assistance to handle materials, tools, equipment, or documents essential to the role

May occasionally be exposed to environments that may include loud noise, moving equipment, dust, or varying indoor/outdoor conditions when visiting job sites

Some work may be performed remotely; in-person work is required as needed to support team engagement, collaboration, training, operational alignment, and business needs

Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and overtime; overnight travel may be required

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation*: $110,000.00-$135,000.00 DOE

*Estimated target starting compensation; actual compensation to be determined based on assessment of an individual's qualifications, education, and experience relevant to the role.

Benefits: All full-time salary employees are eligible to participate in Simon benefits as defined in plan documents. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life insurance, supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, 401K with company match, short and long-term disability, flexible spending plan, and education assistance. Other benefits include eight paid holidays, and access to available company discounts.

Application window anticipated to close on 10/15/2026; open until filled.