Controller
$150k - $200kGPAC
Controller Position
If you know how to turn job cost data into decisions leadership can act on, I want to talk to you.
I'm partnering with a well-established construction company that is looking to add a Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting from its office in the western Chicago suburbs.
They're looking for a finance leader who can own the close, job costing, WIP and reporting, and who wants a clear path to advance as the company grows.
What You'll Do
- Lead the monthly, quarterly and year-end close
- Own job costing, WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
- Prepare financial statements and reports for ownership
- Manage cash flow forecasting and budgeting
- Oversee AP, AR, payroll and billing, and coordinate audits with outside CPAs
- Support bonding and banking relationships with timely financials
What You Bring
- Construction accounting leadership experience (GC or specialty contractor)
- Strong command of job costing, WIP and construction revenue recognition
- CPA preferred; degree in accounting or finance
- Experience with a construction ERP system
- Clear communicator with project and executive teams
- Drive to grow into a senior finance leadership role
Why this opportunity stands out:
- Clear path to advancement
- Real visibility and influence with leadership
- Compensation of $150K$200K plus benefits
- Stable, growing company
If you're ready for your next opportunityor know someone who issend me a message. I'd be happy to share the details in a confidential conversation.
Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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