Construction Controller

Construction Controller

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Construction Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing construction company. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience within a general contractor, commercial construction, heavy civil, or specialty subcontractor environment , with deep expertise in construction accounting, job costing, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project financial management .

This role will oversee all accounting functions while partnering closely with operations and project management to ensure accurate project reporting, strong internal controls, and timely financial information.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial operations for the company.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability reporting.
• Manage percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting and revenue recognition (ASC 606).
• Monitor job costs, committed costs, cost-to-complete projections, and project margins.
• Partner with Project Managers to review project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Review project cost reports and identify cost overruns or margin risks.
• Oversee project accounting, including:
• Job Cost Accounting
• Cost Codes
• Schedule of Values (SOV)
• AIA Progress Billings
• Change Orders
• Retainage
• Subcontractor Billings
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, equipment accounting, and general ledger.
• Ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis.
• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, bonding company reporting, and lender compliance.
• Manage banking relationships and treasury activities.
• Produce financial dashboards and KPI reporting for executive leadership.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and automate workflows.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 5 years of Controller or Assistant Controller experience within a construction company .
• Experience working for a General Contractor, Commercial Construction, Heavy Civil, Industrial Construction, Infrastructure Contractor, or Specialty Contractor .
• Strong knowledge of:
• Construction Accounting
• Work-in-Progress (WIP) Reporting
• Percentage-of-Completion (POC) Accounting
• Job Cost Accounting
• Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)
• Cost-to-Complete Analysis
• Project Forecasting
• Cash Flow Management
• Internal Controls
• Experience working with project managers and operations teams.
• Experience with bonding, surety reporting, and banking relationships.

Preferred Software Experience

• Vista by Viewpoint
• CMiC
• Sage 300 Construction
• Sage Intacct Construction
• Foundation Software
• Spectrum
• Procore
• Autodesk Construction Cloud
• JD Edwards
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Deltek ComputerEase
• Acumatica Construction
• Timberline
• HeavyJob
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP)

Preferred Skills

• Work-in-Progress (WIP) Reporting
• Percentage-of-Completion Accounting
• Job Cost Accounting
• Project Cost Controls
• Cost-to-Complete Forecasting
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Financial Reporting
• Cash Flow Management
• Construction Contracts
• AIA Billing
• Schedule of Values (SOV)
• Change Orders
• Retainage Accounting
• Project Profitability Analysis
• Equipment Cost Allocation
• Labor Cost Analysis
• Internal Controls
• ERP Implementations
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Leadership and Team Development

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates must come from a construction company and have direct experience in one or more of the following sectors:

• Commercial Construction
• General Contracting
• Heavy Civil Construction
• Highway & Bridge Construction
• Infrastructure
• Industrial Construction
• Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP)
• Concrete
• Roofing
• Site Development Contractors
• Utility Contractors
• Specialty Contractors

Candidates with backgrounds exclusively in real estate development, property management, homebuilding, or residential development will not be considered.