Construction Controller
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Construction Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing construction company. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience within a general contractor, commercial construction, heavy civil, or specialty subcontractor environment , with deep expertise in construction accounting, job costing, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project financial management .
This role will oversee all accounting functions while partnering closely with operations and project management to ensure accurate project reporting, strong internal controls, and timely financial information.
Responsibilities
- Lead all accounting and financial operations for the company.
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Oversee Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability reporting.
- Manage percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting and revenue recognition (ASC 606).
- Monitor job costs, committed costs, cost-to-complete projections, and project margins.
- Partner with Project Managers to review project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
- Review project cost reports and identify cost overruns or margin risks.
- Oversee project accounting, including:
- Job Cost Accounting
- Cost Codes
- Schedule of Values (SOV)
- AIA Progress Billings
- Change Orders
- Retainage
- Subcontractor Billings
- Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, equipment accounting, and general ledger.
- Ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis.
- Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
- Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
- Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, bonding company reporting, and lender compliance.
- Manage banking relationships and treasury activities.
- Produce financial dashboards and KPI reporting for executive leadership.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and automate workflows.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- CPA preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Minimum 5 years of Controller or Assistant Controller experience within a construction company .
- Experience working for a General Contractor, Commercial Construction, Heavy Civil, Industrial Construction, Infrastructure Contractor, or Specialty Contractor .
- Strong knowledge of:
- Construction Accounting
- Work-in-Progress (WIP) Reporting
- Percentage-of-Completion (POC) Accounting
- Job Cost Accounting
- Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)
- Cost-to-Complete Analysis
- Project Forecasting
- Cash Flow Management
- Internal Controls
- Experience working with project managers and operations teams.
- Experience with bonding, surety reporting, and banking relationships.
Preferred Software Experience
- Vista by Viewpoint
- CMiC
- Sage 300 Construction
- Sage Intacct Construction
- Foundation Software
- Spectrum
- Procore
- Autodesk Construction Cloud
- JD Edwards
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Deltek ComputerEase
- Acumatica Construction
- Timberline
- HeavyJob
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP)
Preferred Skills
- Work-in-Progress (WIP) Reporting
- Percentage-of-Completion Accounting
- Job Cost Accounting
- Project Cost Controls
- Cost-to-Complete Forecasting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Reporting
- Cash Flow Management
- Construction Contracts
- AIA Billing
- Schedule of Values (SOV)
- Change Orders
- Retainage Accounting
- Project Profitability Analysis
- Equipment Cost Allocation
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Internal Controls
- ERP Implementations
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Leadership and Team Development
Preferred Industry Background
Candidates must come from a construction company and have direct experience in one or more of the following sectors:
- Commercial Construction
- General Contracting
- Heavy Civil Construction
- Highway & Bridge Construction
- Infrastructure
- Industrial Construction
- Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP)
- Concrete
- Roofing
- Site Development Contractors
- Utility Contractors
- Specialty Contractors
Candidates with backgrounds exclusively in real estate development, property management, homebuilding, or residential development will not be considered.