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Financial Controller Confidential Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Details Full-time Up to $150,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Accounting experience within construction industry Financial forecasting Cost accounting analysis Teamwork Internal controls ERP systems Construction budget management Bachelor's degree Job order costing GAAP Managing accounting teams Mentoring Financial forecasting analysis Construction project budgeting Senior leadership Analytics Full Job Description Controller Construction Industry About the Opportunity A well-established organization in the construction industry is seeking an accomplished Controller to provide financial leadership and help support continued growth. This highly visible role will oversee accounting and financial operations while partnering closely with leadership to strengthen financial reporting, enhance business insights, and support sound strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate combines strong construction accounting expertise with a hands-on leadership style and the ability to turn financial information into meaningful business direction. What You'll Do Accounting & Financial Operations Lead accounting operations, ensuring financial activities are accurate, efficient, and completed on schedule. Oversee accounts receivable, including contract-based billing, aging analysis, and collection activities. Oversee accounts payable, including vendor and subcontractor payments and required supporting documentation. Monitor cash activity and short-term cash requirements. Provide oversight of payroll-related accounting and reporting activities. Maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth. Financial Reporting & Construction Accounting Prepare and review timely and accurate monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Analyze financial results and provide leadership with insight into significant trends, variances, risks, and opportunities. Oversee construction accounting activities, including job costing, contract schedules, and work-in-progress (WIP) reporting. Partner with operational teams to monitor project costs, profitability, and financial forecasts. Develop meaningful management reporting to support financial and operational decision-making. Provide financial analysis to support pricing, contracts, capital expenditures, and other business decisions. Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic financial forecasts. Partner with leadership on financial planning, growth initiatives, and strategic priorities. Develop financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate potential business opportunities. Identify financial and operational risks and recommend practical strategies to manage exposure. Compliance & Audit Coordinate financial information and documentation required for external audits. Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial reporting and tax requirements. Monitor applicable financial obligations and covenant requirements. Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting financial documentation. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 6+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience , including senior-level accounting or finance responsibilities. Experience within the construction, specialty contracting, or a related project-based industry . Strong knowledge of construction accounting, including job costing, WIP reporting, project accounting, and financial reporting . Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles. Experience with accounting, ERP, and financial reporting systems. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and internal controls. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals. Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate with a high level of ownership and accountability. Preferred Qualifications CPA or other relevant professional accounting credential. Experience in a complex or high-volume construction environment. Experience with construction-focused accounting or ERP systems.

Pay:

Up to $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have professional accounting or financial management experience within the construction, specialty contracting, or a closely related project-based industry? How many years of experience do you have with construction accounting, including job costing and work-in-progress (WIP) reporting? Do you have hands-on experience preparing, reviewing, or overseeing WIP schedules and job-cost reporting for construction projects?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

accounting: 6 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 (Required)

Work Location:

In person