Controller

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented individual who will oversee the company's financial records and account personnel. You will be responsible for maintaining all procedures and controls related to the company's financial accounts.

Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with government agencies

Act as the point of contact for external auditors

Maintain internal books and finances Analyze financial transactions

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting

10+ years of accounting experience, with 5+ years of direct experience in construction accounting

Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

GAAP knowledge, CPA preferred

Strong written, verbal and collaboration skills

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations for an established and growing construction company. This role is responsible for financial reporting, job cost accounting, budgeting, cash flow management, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and industry-specific requirements. The ideal candidate has strong construction accounting experience and the ability to work closely with operations, project management, and ownership.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, waiver program, payroll, general ledger, and month-end close

Manage job cost accounting, including WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion reporting, and cost-to-complete analysis

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Monitor project profitability, labor burden, overhead allocation, and variance analysis

Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, bonding requirements and support, and credit lines

Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal controls

Coordinate with external CPA firm on year-end audit, tax filings, and reviews

Perform all payroll and payroll related reporting and allocations, including paid leave documentation and systems, certified payroll, and prevailing wage reporting where applicable

Oversee all HR responsibilities, including 410(k) benefit management, employee benefit programs, onboarding assistance, and IT management assistance

Provide support in areas of insurance, litigation, financial audits, safety and workers’ comp

Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning

Improve accounting systems, processes, and internal controls as the company scales

Provide financial insights and reports to ownership

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)

10+ years of accounting experience, with 5+ years of direct experience in construction accounting

Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP, percentage-of-completion, and retainage

Proficiency with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage, Viewpoint, Procore Financials, or similar)

Strong Excel skills and financial analysis capability

High attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines

Ability to work independently and partner with operations and ownership

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with general contractors and/or subcontractors

Familiarity with multi-entity structures, project-based accounting, and bonding requirements

Experience supporting growth-stage or owner-led construction companies

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

Benefits package including health insurance, PTO, and 401K

Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing organization

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