CONTROLLER

Department :

Accounting & Finance Reports To :

CFO Location :

Fredericksburg, TX Classification :

Full-Time, Exempt Work Arrangement:

On-site Company Overview Founded in 2009, Fletco Construction is a Texas-based commercial construction firm serving clients and communities throughout Central and West Texas. We partner with public and private clients across commercial, industrial, retail, education, government, and nonprofit markets, providing Construction Management, Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Design-Build, and General Contracting services. With offices in Fredericksburg, Midland, and Mason, Fletco has experienced consistent year-over-year growth while staying grounded in the values on which the company was built: integrity, collaboration, quality, innovation, and a commitment to doing things right. Our growth creates opportunities for our team members to make a meaningful impact, both within the company and in the communities where we work. We value the experience and skills people bring to their roles, encourage collaboration and transparency, and give our team the trust and opportunity to help shape how we work and where we go next. With a diverse range of projects and a team-oriented culture, Fletco offers the opportunity to grow alongside a company that continues to evolve while remaining connected to its Texas roots. Position Summary The Controller is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of Fletco's accounting and financial reporting functions. Reporting to the CFO, this role oversees core accounting operations while maintaining strong visibility into construction job costing, Work-in-Progress (WIP), project profitability, cash flow, internal controls, and overall financial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role that works closely with accounting, operations, project management, and executive leadership. The Controller serves as both a financial leader and a resource to the teams responsible for delivering Fletco's projects, translating financial information into practical insights and proactively identifying financial risks, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement. As Fletco continues to grow, the Controller will also play an important role in strengthening accounting processes, developing the accounting function and support staff, and helping build the financial infrastructure needed to support the company's continued growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Accounting & Reporting Lead day-to-day accounting operations and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger. Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and prepare timely, accurate financial statements and supporting schedules. Review financial results, transactions, reconciliations, trends, and variances to identify issues requiring further analysis or leadership attention. Maintain appropriate accounting policies, chart of accounts, documentation, and consistent application of GAAP. Provide financial reports, schedules, and analysis to the CFO and company leadership to support business decisions.

• Oversee payroll accounting and related reconciliations, including payroll liabilities, employee-related expenses, and coordination with HR and payroll providers. Construction Accounting & Job Cost Management Oversee job-cost accounting and financial reporting for active construction projects, ensuring costs, commitments, change orders, budgets, and contract values are accurately reflected. Prepare and maintain monthly WIP schedules, including contract values, costs incurred, estimated costs to complete, percent complete, earned revenue, gross profit, and over/under billings. Ensure revenue recognition is performed consistently with applicable accounting standards and company policies. Partner with Project Managers to review job costs, forecasts, cost-to-complete estimates, project cash flow, and financial performance. Monitor project profitability and proactively identify margin changes, financial exposure, discrepancies, or other areas requiring attention. Oversee financial reconciliation and closeout of completed projects, including final revenue, costs, commitments, retainage, and gross profit. Accounts Payable, Receivable & Cash Management Provide oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, project billing, collections, retainage, and related accounting processes. Ensure project billings, including AIA-style progress billings and supporting documentation, are accurate and submitted timely. Monitor receivables, payables, collection issues, subcontractor payments, and significant working-capital requirements. Monitor the company's cash position and prepare short- and longer-term cash flow forecasts. Maintain appropriate controls over banking, electronic payments, credit cards, reconciliations, and other treasury activities. Support the CFO with banking relationships, liquidity planning, and significant cash requirements. Oversee vendor and subcontractor financial compliance, including payment documentation, lien waivers/releases, retainage, tax documentation, and reconciliation to executed contracts and approved change orders. Budgeting, Controls & Compliance Support development of the annual operating budget, periodic forecasts, variance analysis, and financial modeling. Develop, document, and maintain effective accounting policies, internal controls, appropriate separation of duties, workflows, and standardized procedures. Identify process or control weaknesses and implement practical improvements that support accuracy, efficiency, accountability, and company growth. Coordinate with the company's outside CPA on financial statements, tax preparation, reviews, audits, and related reporting. Support tax, insurance, banking, bonding/surety, and other financial compliance requirements. Maintain appropriate financial documentation and records for audits, regulatory reviews, and external reporting. Accounting Leadership & Process Development Provide leadership, direction, training, and development for employees supporting accounting functions. Establish clear responsibilities, deadlines, controls, and accountability across accounting processes. Review accounting work for accuracy and completeness and promote appropriate cross-training and continuity of critical functions. Evaluate staffing, training, technology, and process needs as the company and accounting function continue to grow. Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, responsiveness, confidentiality, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Leadership & Operational Partnership Serve as a trusted financial resource to Project Managers, operational leaders, and executive leadership. Translate financial and accounting information into clear, practical insights that support project and business decisions. Participate in project financial reviews and leadership discussions as appropriate. Proactively identify financial risks, trends, and opportunities and communicate material concerns to the CFO. Partner across departments to strengthen financial understanding and accountability throughout the organization. What Success Looks Like Success in this role will be demonstrated through: Accurate, timely financial statements, WIP reporting, job-cost information, and month-end close. Reliable visibility into project profitability, margin changes, cash flow, receivables, payables, and financial risk. Timely and accurate project billing, collections, reconciliations, and financial closeout. Effective accounting controls, processes, documentation, and external financial reporting. Clear, actionable financial information that helps leadership and project teams make informed decisions. Continued development of an accounting function and team capable of supporting Fletco's growth. Required Qualifications 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience within commercial construction. Strong knowledge of construction job-cost accounting and project financial management. Demonstrated experience preparing and analyzing WIP schedules and applying percentage-of-completion/revenue recognition principles. Experience with construction progress billing, retainage, change orders, subcontractor commitments, and job-cost reporting. Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles. Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes. Experience working with outside CPAs and supporting audit, banking, bonding/surety, insurance, or similar external financial reporting requirements. Experience with construction accounting or ERP systems. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy, discretion, and follow-through. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar accounting leadership role. Experience with Sage Intacct and QuickBooks Online, or similar construction accounting/ERP software. Experience leading, developing, or building accounting teams and processes within a growing organization.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person