Controller

About the Company We are a growing commercial concrete construction company backed by a family office. We are actively building the company's operating platform, systems, and controls while pursuing acquisitions across the Southeast. This is a genuine growth opportunity --- the Controller will help build the finance function from the ground up, integrate acquisitions, and grow with the platform as it scales. The Controller reports directly to the CEO and works closely with investors, external CPA firms, lenders, and leadership of future acquired entities. This is a high-visibility seat with a clear path to expanded responsibility as the platform grows. Position Summary The Controller owns accounting, financial reporting, tax and compliance, HR and administration, and the internal control environment across all operating entities. This is a hands-on, build-the-function role today and a department-leadership role as the platform scales through acquisitions. The ideal candidate is a licensed CPA with experience in a private-equity-backed or public-company environment (or a top-tier CPA firm serving such clients) who thrives in a fast-moving, operator-led business. Key Responsibilities Accounting and Financial Reporting Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close across multiple operating entities, including full multi-entity consolidation and intercompany eliminations Accounting and Financial Reporting Deliver GAAP financial statements and a monthly management-reporting package to leadership Accounting and Financial Reporting Administer percentage-of-completion / work-in-progress (WIP) revenue recognition and job-costing across all projects Accounting and Financial Reporting Prepare board- and investor-ready reporting, including WIP schedules, job-cost variance, backlog, cash forecast, and covenant compliance Management Reporting and Analysis Build and maintain KPI dashboards, budgeting frameworks, and forward-looking financial reporting for leadership Management Reporting and Analysis Partner with operations on estimating discipline, project financial reviews, margin analysis, and equipment utilization Management Reporting and Analysis Support strategic decision-making with ad-hoc analysis on pricing, capacity, and capital allocation Tax and Compliance Partner with the external CPA firm on federal, state, and local tax filings across all entities Tax and Compliance Manage sales and use tax, property tax, business licensing, and multi-state registrations Tax and Compliance Ensure regulatory compliance including E-Verify, contractor licensing, insurance, and bonding requirements Internal Controls and Processes Design, document, and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and month-end procedures suitable for a scaling, acquisitive platform Internal Controls and Processes Lead ERP evaluation and implementation as the platform outgrows current systems Internal Controls and Processes Establish scalable procurement, expense, and approval workflows across job sites and shared services Human Resources and Administration Oversee the HR and administrative function, including benefits administration, payroll oversight, and employee onboarding and offboarding Human Resources and Administration Manage vendor and insurance relationships, office administration, and general business operations Human Resources and Administration Maintain a compliant, well-documented HR environment across all operating entities M&A and Integration Support acquisitions with quality-of-earnings analysis, financial due diligence, purchase accounting, and opening balance sheets M&A and Integration Lead post-close integration of acquired accounting operations, systems, and reporting M&A and Integration Build and manage the accounting team as the platform grows, establishing scalable structure across shared services and job-site accounting Treasury and Banking Manage cash, banking relationships, borrowing-base reporting, and equipment-financing schedules Treasury and Banking Own cash forecasting and working-capital management across all entities Required Qualifications Licensed CPA in good standing 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with clear controller-level responsibility for the last several years Experience working with private-equity-backed companies, public companies, or equivalent (for example, a senior audit or advisory role at a Big-4 or strong regional CPA firm serving PE-backed or public clients) Demonstrated ownership of multi-entity financial consolidations, including intercompany eliminations and consolidated financial-statement preparation Strong technical GAAP foundation and experience operating under an audit or review environment Proven ability to design and implement internal controls and month-end procedures in an environment where formal infrastructure does not yet exist Comfort with the pace, informality, and directness of a hands-on operating environment Preferred Qualifications Graduate degree (MBA, MAcc, or MST) Construction industry experience, particularly commercial concrete or specialty trades (this can be taught to the right candidate) Familiarity with WIP / percentage-of-completion accounting and job costing M&A integration experience, including purchase accounting, opening balance sheets, and post-close accounting integration Experience with a construction-focused ERP (Sage Intacct Construction, Viewpoint Vista or Spectrum, Foundation, Acumatica Construction, or equivalent) Experience partnering with a family office, private-equity sponsor, or board-level reporting cadence Characteristics for Success Builder's mindset --- designs procedures and controls where none exist today Decisive and low-drama --- resolves tactical issues independently and briefs leadership on outcomes Operator's temperament --- comfortable on job sites and with tradespeople as well as in the boardroom Systems-oriented --- capable of leading an ERP evaluation and implementation as the platform scales Investor-grade communicator --- clean, timely, defensible reporting with clear narrative Curious about technology and AI-enabled finance workflows Unquestioned integrity Compensation and Benefits Base salary of $170,000 to $200,000, commensurate with experience Annual performance bonus of 15% to 20% of base Full medical, dental, vision; 401(k) plan; paid time off plus company holidays Hybrid schedule with flexibility to work from home Continuing professional education, CPA license renewal, and industry conference attendance Relocation assistance available for the right candidate Location Jacksonville, Florida. This is primarily an in-office role with flexibility to work from home. Relocation assistance is available. How to Apply Qualified candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover note describing (1) their specific fit for this role, (2) their consolidation experience across multiple entities, and (3) an example of a finance process, control, or reporting package they built from scratch. *We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.* #J-18808-Ljbffr