Controller

San Leandro

Description Are you a strategic financial leader ready to make a meaningful impact? **RRM Design Group** is seeking an experienced **Controller**to help guide our financial operations, lead the accounting team, and support long-term, sustainable growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Controller will oversee all accounting functions while leading and mentoring a high-performing accounting team. This role is central to our organization and offers the opportunity to influence company strategy, strengthen financial systems, and help shape our culture. It's truly a career-defining opportunity for the right leader. At RRM Design Group, we're more than a design firm---we're a purpose-driven, employee-owned company that values collaboration, innovation, and people. Join us in creating environments people enjoy, while helping build the financial foundation that supports our future. **Why RRM Design Group?** * Employee-owned firm with a collaborative, respectful, and innovative culture. * Direct partnership with the COO and leadership team to influence company-wide strategy. * Flexible work environment, support for professional growth, and a people-first mindset. **YOUR ROLE LOOKS LIKE:** * Leading, managing, and developing the accounting team, including Project Accounting, Payroll, AP/AR, and Collections. * Collaborating with workgroup principals, market sector leaders, and management to support and execute strategic plan goals. * Developing, maintaining, and overseeing annual budgets and business planning structures. * Preparing accurate and timely month-end and year-end close financial statements. * Managing cash flow analysis and forecasting. * Drive continuous improvement through research and enhancement of software, processes, efficiency, and best practices. Requirements **WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE:** * Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. * 10 years of experience working in accounting and finance, 5-6 of those years working as a controller. * Experience with project accounting. * Demonstrated track record for mentoring and building high-performing teams. * Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills. **ABOVE \& BEYOND:** * Experience using Unanet. * Experience in ESOP, AEC, FAR, or prevailing wage environments is a big plus. * CPA -- Preferred.