Controller
Construction Controller Needed — High Impact, High Visibility Role! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeremy Pike Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 per year A bit about us: We are a well-established, rapidly growing construction services organization with a long-standing reputation for quality, integrity, and consistent project delivery across the region. With decades of proven success and a strong pipeline of work, we operate with a people-first mindset—prioritizing teamwork, professional growth, and operational excellence. Our teams value transparency, craftsmanship, and collaboration, and we pride ourselves on maintaining a culture that blends stability with ongoing innovation. Why join us? Industry Stability Growth: Join a financially sound, expanding construction organization where your expertise directly supports long-term success. High Visibility: Report directly to senior leadership and make an immediate impact on financial strategy, controls, and operational efficiency. Hands-On Ownership: This is a true leadership role where your insight shapes reporting, profitability, and process optimization—not just month-end close. Strong Leadership Culture: You'll work alongside collaborative, respectful leaders who value accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Competitive Benefits Package: 401(k) with company match Health, dental & vision insurance Paid time off Life insurance Additional wellness and financial benefits Stability Balance: A consistent workload, supportive team environment, and on-site role that keeps you connected to operations. Job Details Position Summary The Controller oversees all day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and internal control activities for the organization. This role ensures accurate financial records, timely reporting, and adherence to GAAP and company policies. The Controller provides financial leadership, supports profitability and cash flow objectives, and collaborates closely with executive leadership. Key Responsibilities Lead all accounting functions, including cash management, fixed assets, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and financial controls. Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and internal controls over financial reporting. Produce and present monthly GAAP financial statements to management. Manage WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting, ensuring accuracy at monthly close. Prepare, monitor, and communicate monthly and annual operating budgets. Support strong billing, collections, and cash-flow management practices. Partner with leadership to analyze financial performance, variances, and key drivers. Ensure compliance with federal and state reporting requirements. Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Provide financial leadership on special projects and initiatives as assigned. Supervise, coach, and evaluate accounting team members. Requirements Experience & Technical Skills 2–5 years of accounting experience, including: Construction accounting WIP management GAAP financial statement preparation G/L account reconciliations Variance analysis Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling, etc.) 3 years of direct Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred Experience with construction subcontractors is a plus Strong understanding of financial reporting; CPA preferred but not required Experience with Trimble/Vista Viewpoint strongly preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Education & Leadership Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; Master’s preferred Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and evaluate a team Strong communication skills with the ability to convey financial concepts clearly Highly organized with the ability to work independently Ability to read and write in English and/or Spanish Interested in hearing more? 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