Controller

Controller A High-Impact Financial Leadership Role in a Growing Construction Environment About The Opportunity This is not a traditional, back-office Controller role. You'll serve as a key financial leader within a growing construction organization—partnering closely with operations, influencing project performance, and helping drive scalable, profitable growth. We're seeking a hands-on Controller with strong construction accounting expertise who can bring structure, insight, and accountability to the finance function. This is an opportunity to step into a visible role where your work directly impacts decision-making at the leadership level. About the Organization Established and stable company with a strong reputation in its market Mid-sized team with consistent year-over-year growth Provides specialized contracting and service-based solutions Long-standing client relationships across institutional and commercial sectors Collaborative leadership team with a practical, team-first approach Focused on sustainable growth, operational excellence, and long-term employee retention What You'll Own Financial Leadership & Reporting Lead and manage the monthly close process with a focus on accuracy and timeliness Prepare and deliver financial statements in accordance with GAAP and industry standards Maintain and analyze Work in Progress (WIP) schedules , including percent-complete and margin projections Partner with external financial advisors on year-end close and financial reviews Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial systems and reporting tools Project & Operational Partnership Collaborate closely with project and operations teams to monitor financial performance Provide insight into job costing, variances, and profitability Support billing processes, including progress billing and contract compliance Help drive consistency in cost coding and financial tracking across projects Contribute to bid support and financial components of project planning Cash Flow & Business Performance Monitor cash flow, working capital, and project-level financial needs Develop and maintain short-term cash flow forecasts Support budgeting and forecasting initiatives Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and visibility Provide leadership with actionable financial insights to support decision-making Leadership & Team Development Lead and develop a small accounting team across AP/AR and payroll functions Establish clear processes, accountability, and structure within the department Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented team environment Act as a key contributor to cross-functional leadership discussions Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with tax regulations, prevailing wage requirements, and industry standards Support audits, bonding requirements, and insurance processes Maintain strong internal controls and financial safeguards What You Bring 5–10+ years of accounting/finance experience, with construction industry experience required Strong expertise in: WIP & percentage-of-completion accounting Job costing and cost coding Prevailing wage compliance Experience with construction accounting systems (e.g., Sage or similar) Proven ability to partner effectively with operations and project teams Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills Why This Role High visibility and direct impact on business performance Opportunity to shape and improve financial processes in a growing company Close partnership with leadership and operations Stable environment with long-term growth potential EB-1048069360