Controller - Construction / Subcontractor

Job DescriptionJob Description Controller - Construction / Subcontractor Remote - Must live in Washington State Our client is a well-established subcontractor with a presence across the Western U.S. and a strong backlog of projects. They are entering a period of sustained growth, with plans to invest in leadership and systems to support long-term scalability. The Controller will lead all accounting and financial operations, partnering with executive leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, disciplined job cost accounting, and effective percentage-of-completion revenue recognition in a project-driven construction environment. This is an opportunity for an accounting leader to make an impact and support the continued growth of a respected PNW contractor.

Controller Responsibilities:

Oversee all core accounting functions, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, job costing, fixed assets, journal entries and bank reconciliations. Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements. Maintain accurate job cost reporting, WIP schedules, profitability analysis, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, including over/under billings. Partner with Project Managers and Estimators to review budgets, cost-to-complete forecasts, change orders, and billing schedules. Lead cash flow forecasting, budgeting, reforecasting, and variance analysis to support operational and strategic planning. Oversee multi-state tax compliance (sales/use, B&O, payroll, and income taxes), audits, and coordination with external CPAs. Establish and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and scalable processes and oversee implementations. Manage banking, bonding, insurance relationships, and required financial reporting. Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while supporting cross-functional collaboration with HR, Operations etc.

Controller Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA is a plus. 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in construction, (GC or subcontractor) job cost-driven environments. Must have strong knowledge of construction accounting, including job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage-of-completion accounting under GAAP. Experience managing month-end close, financial statements, and internal controls. Proven leadership experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff. Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software (such as Sage or Viewpoint Spectrum) and financial reporting tools. Company Benefits Competitive base salary (DOE) Performance-based bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays

Compensation:

$110-170k/year DOE plus 10-15% bonus potential