Controller - Construction Accounting at Orion Placement in Wilbraham, Massachusetts

Job Opportunity

Play a key leadership role in shaping the financial success of a growing, project-driven construction organization. Partner directly with executive leadership to influence strategy, profitability, and operational performance. Lead a talented accounting team while driving process improvements and financial best practices. Gain broad exposure across project accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and business operations. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition assistance, paid parental leave, and bonus potential. Join a stable company with a strong reputation and long-term commitment to employee growth.

This is a full-time, on-site leadership opportunity in Springfield, MA where you'll work closely with executives, project managers, and operations teams to drive business success.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience and at least 1 year of construction or mechanical contracting experience.

Lead all day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, billing, and fixed assets. Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with accurate financial reporting. Prepare financial statements, executive dashboards, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. Oversee job costing, project accounting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, and revenue recognition. Partner with Project Managers to monitor project performance, profitability, budgets, and financial risks. Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, working capital, and treasury activities. Oversee billing, collections, accounts receivable, and cash management. Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial compliance. Coordinate audits, tax filings, insurance, bonding, and regulatory reporting. Improve accounting systems, financial reporting, and operational processes. Recruit, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience. Minimum 1+ year of construction or mechanical contracting experience. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. Experience with job costing and WIP reporting preferred. Experience with Sage Timberline/Sage 300 CRE or similar construction accounting software preferred. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. CPA or CMA preferred but not required. Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

You'll join a collaborative leadership team where your financial expertise directly influences company performance. We believe in empowering our employees, investing in professional development, and creating opportunities to make a lasting impact on the business.