Controller

Job Title: Controller

Location: Naples, FL

Industry: Civil Construction (Heavy Civil, Underground Utilities, Infrastructure)

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting operations of the company, with a strong focus on job cost accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, cash flow management, and compliance. This role partners closely with operations and project management to ensure accurate financial reporting, cost controls, and profitability across multiple active construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting
• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage WIP schedules, percent-complete reporting, and job cost reconciliations
• Analyze project margins, cost overruns, and variances; provide actionable insights to leadership
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes

Job Costing & Project Controls
• Ensure accurate job cost tracking for labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
• Work closely with Project Managers to review budgets, forecasts, change orders, and project performance
• Monitor under-billings and over-billings and ensure timely, accurate invoicing
• Review and approve project setup, cost codes, and budget revisions

Cash Flow, Billing & Collections
• Manage company cash flow, including forecasting and working capital needs
• Oversee progress billing, retainage tracking, and lien waivers
• Monitor accounts receivable and lead collection efforts with owners, municipalities, and GCs
• Coordinate with banks on credit lines, bonding requirements, and covenant compliance

Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll
• Oversee sales/use tax reporting and construction-related tax filings
• Coordinate annual audits, reviews, and tax returns with external CPA firms
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and reduce financial risk

Leadership & Process Improvement
• Manage and mentor accounting staff; establish clear roles and performance expectations
• Improve accounting systems, job cost procedures, and reporting tools
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning
• Support executive leadership with financial modeling and decision-making

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred)
• 7+ years of accounting experience, with significant experience in construction accounting preferred
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and percentage-of-completion
• Experience in civil/heavy construction, underground utilities, or infrastructure preferred
• Proficiency with construction accounting software
• Advanced Excel skills

Skills & Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proven leadership and team management abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment