Family owned construction firm located outside of the Philadelphia Suburbs seeks a Controller with proven WIP exposure. The responsibilities for this role will consist of maintaining overhead budget, managing cash disbursements, assisting with client invoicing and billing transactions, overseeing general ledger maintenance, developing benefit plans, preparing and filing annual reports, coordinating with the payroll department as needed, managing vendor relationships, and reviewing bank account reconciliations. The ideal Controller for this role must have knowledge of current industry regulations, and excellent auditing skills. Your responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll oversight
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee and maintain accurate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, ensuring proper revenue recognition and project tracking
• Manage and refine job costing processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across multiple projects
• Partner with project managers and leadership to provide financial insights on project performance and profitability
• Monitor cash flow, support forecasting efforts, and ensure financial stability of ongoing projects
• Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners as needed The ideal Controller will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or similar.

Other requirements for the Controller role include and are not limited to: 5+ years of proven accounting experience Construction and/or Real Estate industry experience preferred Strong knowledge of WIP accounting and reporting Hands-on experience with job costing and project-based accounting Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills For more information on this Controller position and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact us at 484.214.2365 and reference JO#03710-0013432273. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Create a Job Alert Email me about new Controller jobs in Ambler, PA Related Jobs Search more jobs Browse Jobs Contract Talent Full-Time Talent Consulting Solutions Finance & Accounting Technology Marketing & Creative Legal Administrative & Customer Support Discover Insights Invoice Job Directory Salary Guide Time Reports Create a Job Alert Contact Us About Robert Half Leadership Careers With Us Locations Investor Center Press Supplier Relations Fraud Alert Government Notice Privacy Notice Terms of Use Robert Half Inc. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information This website uses cookies, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, personalize content and ads, and to analyze performance and traffic on our website. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. If we have detected an opt-out preference signal, it will be honored unless you have changed your consent preferences manually. You may opt-out of use of certain cookies through the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link. Your use of the website is subject to our Terms of Use. More information about cookies and how we share information can be found in our Privacy Notice. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information I understand