A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
Central Oregon G.A. Rogers, Central Oregon's top ranked professional recruiting firm, has an open need for an experienced Accounting leader from the construction industry. Controller -
Construction Industry The Role:
If you're committed to a career in the construction space and want to be part of a fast growing construction firm, this could be the right role for you. The person hired will have an experienced leadership team around them, well trained support staff and a chance to make a meaningful impact on the growth of a business. The Controller will oversee all day-to-day accounting operations. This includes financial reporting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) tracking, job costing, payroll, general ledger maintenance, and maintaining robust internal controls.
Controller Duties:
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger maintenance. Prepare accurate, monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Maintain and manage the Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, ensuring precise revenue recognition, over/under billing calculations, and percentage-of-completion reporting. Lead the monthly financial close process, ensuring account reconciliations are completed accurately and on time. Manage cash flow monitoring and daily operational cash requirements Ensure proper coding and allocation of labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs. Assist project teams with cash flow forecasting at the job level to optimize project margins. Develop, implement, and enforce strong internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures to support scaling operations. Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, licensing, and financial regulations.
Controller Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
Experience:
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong preference for background in heavy civil or general construction accounting.
Technical Expertise:
Deep knowledge of construction accounting fundamentals, including WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, and certified payroll.
Software:
Experience with construction-specific ERP software (e.g., Foundation, Viewpoint, Sage 300 CRE, or similar) is required.
Skills:
Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, excellent analytical abilities, and clear communication skills.
Standards:
Advanced understanding of GAAP standards as applied to the construction industry.
Controller Benefits:
Be a key operational leader in a stable, fast-growing company. Work closely with a skilled team of operational and executive professionals. Drive meaningful process improvements in a hands-on role. Competitive compensation, performance bonus potential, and full benefits package.
