Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Controller (Project Costing / Construction)

Location: Western North Carolina

Schedule: Long-Term Contract

Work Arrangement: Onsite preferred; hybrid considered for the right candidate

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Renewable Energy Controller for a long-term contract opportunity in the heart of Western North Carolina. This role requires a hands-on financial leader who can hit the ground running in the renewable energy construction space, with particular expertise supporting the building, construction, and operation of solar plants.

This is a high-impact role for a experienced professional who brings both strong technical depth and the maturity to help guide an immature team, establish structure, and build out the financial toolbox needed for long-term success. The ideal candidate will have a heart of a teacher and be comfortable operating at both a strategic and tactical level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting and financial oversight for renewable energy construction projects, with a focus on solar plant construction and operations
• Manage project costing and oversee budget-to-actual analysis across active construction projects
• Administer and review the construction draw process, including coordination with project teams, lenders, and external stakeholders
• Support and improve the overall accounting processes related to construction projects and renewable energy operations
• Partner with leadership in a Controller / CFO capacity, helping drive financial decisions and operational discipline
• Work closely with lenders and financing partners on construction draws, reporting, and compliance requirements
• Develop, refine, and implement financial tools, controls, and processes to support a growing organization
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members by helping build capabilities, structure, and best practices
• Serve as a key decisionmaker related to project financials, construction accounting, and reporting

Required Qualifications

• Significant experience in the renewable energy industry, specifically within the construction side of the business
• Strong background supporting the construction, buildout, and/or operation of solar plants
• Demonstrated experience with project costing, construction accounting, and budget-to-actual reporting
• Proven ability to step into a developing environment and provide immediate, practical leadership
• Experience operating at a Controller or CFO level
• Strong understanding of accounting processes within a construction-driven environment
• Ability to make sound financial decisions and provide leadership in a fast-moving setting
• Experience with SAGE Intacct a plus!