Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Assistant Controller plays a key role in supporting the Controller and ensuring the financial health of the organization. This position oversees day-to-day accounting operations with a strong emphasis on construction job costing, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, subcontractor management, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in the financial operations of a construction company.

Why Join Our Team?

At our company, we believe great people build great projects. We're committed to creating an environment where employees are empowered to grow, take ownership, and make a meaningful impact on the success of our company.

As our Assistant Controller, you'll work alongside a collaborative leadership team, partner closely with operations, and play a key role in helping drive the financial performance of our projects. We value continuous improvement, accountability, and investing in our people—because we know our long-term success depends on the success of our team.

If you're looking for more than just your next accounting position and want the opportunity to grow with a company that's building for the future, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Controller in managing daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll backup, and cash flow.
• Prepare and maintain accurate job cost reports, project financials, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Assist with financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term growth planning.
• Monitor and reconcile general ledger accounts while identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies.
• Develop, maintain, and improve internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with quarterly reviews, annual audits, tax preparation, and financial reporting.
• Manage sales tax reporting, business licenses, and state registrations.
• Partner with Operations and Project Management teams to ensure accurate job costing and financial compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to the accounting team while serving as a backup to the Controller.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting, including job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Experience with construction accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of subcontractor compliance, lien waivers, and construction financial processes.
• Knowledge of certified payroll process.
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across finance and operations.

KINKAID'S VALUES

Company Description

KINKAID'S VALUES\r\n\r\nSafety * Values * People\r\n\r\nEnsuring the safety and well-being of our people and their families is a core value at Kinkaid Civil. We maintain a steadfast commitment to safety through unwavering attention and dedication.