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We are partnering with a growing construction organization who is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting operations and serve as a proactive finance business partner. This role is ideal for a hands-on and strategic professional eager to help elevate accounting processes, support complex projects, and drive informed decision-making across the company.
Job Responsibility:
Lead all month-end and year-end accounting close activities, including financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis
Maintain and improve accounting systems, internal controls, and compliance with GAAP
Oversee AP/AR, payroll processing, job cost accounting, and cash management
Prepare and present financial statements and management reports to executive leadership
Collaborate with project managers, operations, and estimating teams to review project budgets, forecasts, and actual results
Provide financial analysis, KPI reporting, and insights to support business unit profitability and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Participate in the annual budget process and work closely with leaders to develop forecasts and business plans
Support with ad hoc analysis, capital planning, and process improvements
Coordinate with external auditors, banks, and tax advisors as needed
Act as a strategic advisor to operations and project leadership
translate financial data into actionable business recommendations
Partner with project managers to monitor project financial performance, track change orders, and identify areas for margin improvement
Lead or support process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and drive growth as the company scales
Provide guidance on procurement, contract review, and cost control to maximize project profitability
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA or MBA preferred
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in construction or project-based environments
Strong knowledge of GAAP, job cost accounting, and construction accounting software
Excellent Excel skills
familiarity with ERP systems (such as Sage, Viewpoint, or similar) preferred
Team leadership experience and strong communication skills
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with operations teams and deliver business insights