Stambaugh Ness (SN) is seeking an experienced OAS Controller to lead outsourced accounting and advisory engagements for clients in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. This role serves as a trusted advisor to clients while overseeing financial reporting, team leadership, client onboarding, and process improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings strong AEC accounting expertise, hands-on experience with Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint, and the ability to manage multiple client engagements in a fast-paced, remote consulting environment.

What you’ll do at SN: 

Client Accounting & Advisory

• Lead outsourced accounting engagements for AEC clients, ensuring accurate and timely financial deliverables
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Develop ad-hoc financial reports and insights that help clients improve operational and financial performance
• Oversee onboarding of new clients and establish strong working relationships from day one
• Monitor and improve accounting processes, workflows, and efficiencies across engagements
• Serve as a proactive, client-facing advisor and strategic partner

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor accounting team members assigned to client engagements
• Ensure team productivity, billability, quality, and deadline adherence
• Provide coaching, training, and support to internal staff and client accounting personnel
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment

Business Development

• Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships
• Participate in networking and relationship-building activities that support business growth

What you may have done before: 

• Worked successfully in a fully remote environment

What it takes to be a Controller, OAS: 

Required

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including experience at or above the Senior Accountant level
• Experience within the AEC industry
• Proficiency with Deltek Vision and/or Deltek Vantagepoint
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent client engagements and deadlines
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred

• CPA or equivalent professional certification
• Experience managing outsourced accounting or client accounting services teams
• Advanced AEC project accounting experience, including billing, revenue recognition, and consultant management

What's in it for you: 

• Health & Wellness Your Way: Choose from three medical plans designed to fit different needs and budgets.  
• Wellness Support: Access to Teladoc's zero-cost telehealth services and Husk Wellness for exclusive discounts on gym memberships, nutrition guidance, and mental health support 
• Time Off, When You Need It: Recharge with our flexible PTO policy and enjoy 10 paid holidays 
• Flexible Spending Options: Maximize your health and dependent care through employer-backed HSAs and FSAs 
• Peace of Mind: Your well-being is covered with employer-paid life, AD&D, and comprehensive short- and long-term disability 
• More Ways to Thrive: Tap into our Employee Assistance Program for support, plus access to InsurChoice for personal insurance options. 

Salary: The salary range for this position is an estimate of $90,000 - $110,000. A final compensation offer within this range will be based on factors including an individual’s skill sets, experience, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and geography.  

About Stambaugh Ness

At SN, we’re a powerhouse of passionate, talented professionals making a real impact, together. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment of engaged minds, even when fully remote. Here, you’ll be challenged, inspired, and supported by a team that embraces change and envisions the future. Fast-paced and fast-growing, we have created a close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together.

SN believes in an inclusive workplace and is committed to building a team from a variety of backgrounds. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive the other benefits and privileges of employment. Underrepresented candidates and candidates from nontraditional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 

At SN, we serve clients in all 50 states with unparallelled AEC industry expertise and a diverse menu of services, including compliance, government contract services, strategic tax solutions, technology, and cyber risk advisory, data solutions, Deltek ERP software, strategic growth advisory, workforce and talent solutions, outsourced accounting, ownership transition, and mergers and acquisitions.  

Ready to redefine what your career can look like, from anywhere? We’d love to meet you. 

About Stambaugh Ness

At SN, we’re a powerhouse of passionate, talented professionals making a real impact, together. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment of engaged minds, even when fully remote. Here, you’ll be challenged, inspired, and supported by a team that embraces change and envisions the future. Fast-paced and fast-growing, we have created a close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together.

SN believes in an inclusive workplace and is committed to building a team from a variety of backgrounds. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive the other benefits and privileges of employment. Underrepresented candidates and candidates from nontraditional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 

At SN, we serve clients in all 50 states with unparallelled AEC industry expertise and a diverse menu of services, including compliance, government contract services, strategic tax solutions, technology, and cyber risk advisory, data solutions, Deltek ERP software, strategic growth advisory, workforce and talent solutions, outsourced accounting, ownership transition, and mergers and acquisitions.  

Ready to redefine what your career can look like, from anywhere? We’d love to meet you.