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Stroub Construction
Contract Controller
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A Contracts Administrator reviews and manages business contracts for a company or organization. Reviews proposed contract terms and conditions, and communicates and negotiates with clients; confirms that contract terms have been met before a contract is closed out. Oversees the administration of contracts for equipment and supplies; may also deal with surplus or unclaimed property.
$80,780 / year median in California
-10% projected decline
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Contract Controller Stroub Construction - 2.0 Sausalito, CA Job Details Full-time $110,000 - $130,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Health savings account Health insurance Paid time off 401(k) 5% Match 401(k) matching Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Accounting experience within construction industry Sage Estimating Sage CRM Bachelor's degree Legal drafting Cash management Senior leadership Full Job Description About the Role Stroub Construction is seeking a senior-level Contract Controller to lead our accounting function and oversee contract and subcontractor administration across active projects. This role goes beyond traditional financial reporting - you'll be the financial and contractual backbone of our project operations, ensuring every dollar is tracked, every contract is compliant, and every subcontractor relationship is properly managed, What You'll Do Financial Oversight Manage all accounting operations: AP/AR, payroll, job costing, and general ledger Prepare and analyze WIP (work-in-progress) schedules and percentage-of-completion reports. Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and lines of credit. Coordinate with external auditors, CPAs, and surety/bonding agents. Support annual budgeting and financial forecasting. Contract & Subcontractor Management Draft and review prime contracts, subcontracts, and change orders. Track contract terms, deliverables, and compliance across all active projects. Manage subcontractor pre-qualification, insurance certificates, lien waivers, and payment schedules. Ensure contract terms align with project budgets and job costing structures. Resolve billing disputes and contract discrepancies with subcontractors and vendors . Partner with project managers and legal counsel on risk mitigation and contract compliance. Qualifications 8+ years of experience in construction accounting, with direct experience in contract administration or subcontractor management. Strong knowledge of job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and construction contract terms (AIA documents, lien law, retainage). Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field (CPA a plus). Experience with construction accounting/ERP software ( e.g., Sage 100 CRE, Viewpoint, Procore, Foundation). Familiarity with subcontractor compliance requirements (insurance, bonding, lien waivers). Strong negotiation and contract-drafting skills. Proven leadership managing cross-functional teams.