Job Description Construction Controller Northbrook, IL This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kevin Shilney Are you a fit? Easy by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.

Salary:

$110,000 - $160,000 per year A bit about us: Founded more than 75 years ago and based in Northbrook, we are a third generation, family owned general contractor known for delivering high end commercial, hospitality, retail, residential, and mixed use projects. We've built our name on collaboration, integrity, and genuinely exceptional client service, and we take a hands on, team oriented approach to everything we do. Leadership works closely together here, which keeps us nimble and focused on operational excellence rather than layers of bureaucracy. It's the kind of place where decades of stability meet a real entrepreneurial spirit. Why join us? Competitive Compensation Package 401(k) ICHRA Based Health Coverage Limited Travel Requirements Direct Access to

Leadership:

Work hand in hand with ownership and executive leadership on financial strategy and operational decisions

Established Stability, Entrepreneurial Culture:

Join a company with over 75 years of success that still operates with a collaborative, team first mindset

Real Impact:

Play a key role shaping company growth and driving process improvements across the finance function Job Details Key Responsibilities and Duties Lead all accounting and financial operations for the company and its affiliated entities Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Manage month end and year end close processes Develop and maintain internal accounting controls and financial policies Oversee project accounting, including WIP schedules, job costing, percentage of completion accounting, draw requests, billing, accounts receivable, and collections Monitor project profitability and provide financial insight to leadership Manage weekly cash flow reporting and forecasting Partner with ownership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning Supervise accounting staff across Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Project Accounting Coordinate annual audits and tax compliance Oversee payroll, insurance reporting, sales tax filings, and other regulatory requirements Continuously improve accounting processes and financial reporting capabilities Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance CPA designation preferred Minimum of 5 to 7+ years of progressive accounting experience Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience within the construction industry strongly preferred Extensive knowledge of construction accounting, WIP reporting, job costing, percentage of completion accounting, and construction billing Experience with construction ERP or accounting software such as Procore, Sage, Viewpoint, or Foundation Strong Microsoft Excel skills Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities Ability to work independently while partnering closely with executive leadership Interested in hearing more? Easy by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here:

Salary Not Specified Location Northbrook Illinois United States Job Overview Job Posted:

4 days ago

Job Expires:

4w 1d Job Type Full Time Education Any Experience N/A Vacancies 1 Job Title Controller Job Function Finance & Administration Copy Link