Controller Consultant, Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Controller Consultant — Construction Industry

Location: Centennial, CO - In office

Engagement: Contract, up to 3 months

Compensation: $55 – $70 / hour, based on experience

Benefits: This position may be eligible for health, dental, vision, insurance, and 401(K).

Systems: Viewpoint Vista

We are seeking an experienced Controller Consultant to lead all accounting operations within a construction environment. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep construction accounting expertise, strong technical skills, and the ability to partner effectively with both financial and operational teams.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Close

• Lead all core accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statement preparation
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes in accordance with GAAP and applicable construction industry regulations

Construction Accounting

• Oversee job costing, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, WIP schedule management, and contract compliance
• Analyze project profitability, costs, margins, backlog, and overall financial performance
• Partner with project managers and operational leaders to review budgets, forecasts, change orders, and job performance

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Provide financial reporting and strategic recommendations to executive leadership
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, banking relationships, and surety reporting

Requirements

• 8+ years of controller experience with a minimum of 5 recent years in the construction industry required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required, CPA highly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of WIP schedules, job costing, and full-cycle month-end close required
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista highly preferred
• Solid understanding of GAAP and construction industry accounting standards

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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