Assistant Controller

Job DescriptionJob Description Join a $500M+ industry leader with one of the most stable leadership teams in construction. The hiring team is seeking an Assistant Controller to work directly with the Director of Accounting and executive leadership. This is a high-impact role with a clear path to Controller.

Why This Role Stands Out:

Succession planning into Controller High visibility with CFO and leadership Strong tenure across the organization (10-30+ years) Collaborative, team-oriented culture Competitive compensation + strong bonus potential

What You'll Do:

Lead month-end and year-end close Oversee financial reporting and GAAP compliance Manage revenue recognition (POC) and WIP schedules Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Drive process improvements and internal controls Partner cross-functionally with operations and project teams

What You Bring:

5-7+ years of accounting experience Public accounting (Manager+) or industry experience CPA preferred Strong GAAP and financial reporting knowledge Experience with job costing / project accounting is a plus Company DescriptionGHJ Search and Staffing is the recruiting arm of GHJ, a national accounting and advisory firm. Our Team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Company DescriptionGHJ Search and Staffing is the recruiting arm of GHJ, a national accounting and advisory firm. Our Team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.