Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a commercial roofing business in Rochester, New York on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can quickly step into a fast-moving environment, bring structure to project financial operations, and work with minimal supervision. The position will focus on clearing accounting backlogs, strengthening reporting accuracy, and improving day-to-day processes across project and month-end activities.Responsibilities:• Oversee project-based accounting activities, including job setup, billing coordination, cost tracking, and financial oversight across active work.• Accelerate the resolution of outstanding accounting items by prioritizing delayed tasks and restoring timely financial workflows.• Prepare and review project budgets, monitor performance against estimates, and highlight financial variances to support decision-making.• Lead month-end close activities and ensure financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.• Produce revenue reports and other financial summaries that reflect project status and business performance.• Identify process gaps and implement practical improvements to increase efficiency, consistency, and control within accounting operations.• Contribute directly to daily transactional accounting work while also providing higher-level financial leadership and guidance.• Support accounting system-related initiatives, including process implementation efforts and adaptation to updated tools or workflows when needed.