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Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced Controller to direct the accounting and financial activities of our construction business in San Jose, California. This role is well suited for a hands-on leader who is comfortable working in a lean environment, collaborating closely with company leadership, and translating financial data into practical guidance for the business. The position will play a central role in maintaining accurate reporting, supporting project-level financial oversight, and strengthening the company’s overall financial performance.
Job Responsibility
Lead the company’s accounting operations, ensuring financial records are accurate, organized, and completed on schedule
Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, and oversee all closing activities at period end
Build and maintain budgets, forecasts, and cash planning models to support business decisions and liquidity management
Track project financial performance through job costing, work-in-progress reporting, and revenue recognition oversight
Review billing activity such as progress invoices, retainage balances, change order impacts, and contract-related documentation
Oversee accounts payable for vendors and subcontractors, including review of payment applications and compliance with payment terms
Monitor subcontractor requirements by confirming lien documentation, insurance records, and related project compliance materials are current
Partner with ownership, project managers, and operations leaders to deliver financial analysis and improve project profitability
Maintain internal controls, coordinate audit and tax preparation activities, and manage regulatory filings such as sales tax and business licensing
Supervise and develop accounting team members while improving workflows and promoting responsive service across the organization
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including a minimum of 3 years focused on construction-related accounting
Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager capacity is strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job costing, percentage-of-completion methods, work-in-progress schedules, progress billing, and retainage
Experience using Sage 100 Contractor is required or highly preferred
Strong command of month-end close processes, financial reporting, and cash flow management
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and create practical financial insights
Effective leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a small-company setting