I.B. Abel, Inc.
I.B. Abel, Inc.
501 – 1,000 Employees
ConstructionEnergyEngineering
I.B. Abel, Inc. provides electrical engineering and infrastructure services across the construction, energy, and engineering sectors. Established in 1913, the company works on storm restoration, substation automation, and utility projects, supporting the design, construction, and maintenance of electrical systems. Its team of skilled professionals focuses on safe, high-quality delivery and uses modern technology to complete projects efficiently for clients in a range of industries.

Controller - I.B. Abel - York, PA Hybrid

Lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for I.B. Abel, a growing electrical contractor. The role supports tax compliance, financial planning, and strategic decision-making.

Description

  • Lead, manage, and develop the accounting team
  • Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Ensure compliance with audit, tax, and regulatory requirements
  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes
  • Prepare and review financial statements, general ledger activity, and supporting schedules
  • Maintain accurate job cost reports, WIP schedules, and cost-to-complete estimates
  • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, the general ledger, and revenue recognition
  • Review and approve accounts payable check runs
  • Verify fixed-asset capitalization and depreciation
  • Monitor and analyze revenue and expense variances
  • Work with external advisors on income, business privilege, and other non-payroll tax filings
  • Ensure filing and payment submissions are accurate and timely
  • Support insurance renewals with financial documentation and supplemental schedules
  • Partner with the VP Finance/CFO on banking relationships, treasury functions, and financing activities
  • Support financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
  • Five years of relevant accounting experience
  • Progressive leadership experience
  • Public accounting experience preferred
  • Union payroll processing experience preferred
  • Experience filing multi-state payroll taxes
  • Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office applications, accounting software, and databases
  • Vista Viewpoint experience desirable
  • Ability to manage large volumes of data with close attention to detail and accuracy
  • Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations
  • Ability to direct and supervise others
  • Located near York, Pennsylvania
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to other offices or offsite meetings
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple teams

Benefits

  • Associate program in project management, estimating, and accounting
  • Learning management system and career development opportunities
  • Vehicle allowance program
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Performance-based bonuses and incentives
  • Progressive paid time off that increases with tenure
  • Flexibility to work from home when appropriate
  • Workplace flexibility and autonomy without micromanagement

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