Corporate Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Kimberly Casey with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead the accounting function for a construction-focused organization in Roseburg, Oregon. This client is private equity owned with revenues exceeding $100M and 100+ employees. This newly created role will have 4 direct reports and is suited for a practical financial leader who can guide daily accounting operations while bringing structure, accuracy, and accountability to reporting processes. The successful candidate will oversee close activities, support a developing team, and help strengthen procedures and controls in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Hybrid Remote flexibility.

Benefits include but not limited to: Healthcare, 401K w/ match, holiday pay, vacation and sick pay.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the full accounting operation, ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, and reliable oversight of day-to-day transactions.

• Lead the monthly close cycle from start to finish, including general ledger review, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.

• Manage construction accounting activities such as job costing, percentage-of-completion reporting, and work-in-progress analysis to support operational decision-making.

• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff, creating clear expectations and encouraging continuous growth within the team.

• Research accounting variances and complex reconciliations, resolve issues independently, and recommend corrective actions when needed.

• Establish and refine standard operating procedures, internal controls, and workflow improvements to increase consistency and efficiency across the department.

• Partner with leadership to prioritize financial activities, balance strategic projects with routine accounting needs, and meet critical deadlines.

• Contribute to ERP-related initiatives, process enhancements, and implementation efforts that improve reporting capability and department performance.

• Bachelors in Accounting or Finance required. MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• Prior construction industry experience, including Work-in-Progress (WIP) accounting, is highly desirable. Candidates from related project-based or job-costing environments will also be considered.
• Proven experience owning and managing the month-end close process, with the ability to operate independently in a lean accounting environment.
• Self-starter with a hands-on approach who can quickly assess priorities and contribute where needed.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience mentoring, developing, and supporting accounting staff.
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats and balancing both strategic and day-to-day accounting responsibilities.
• Mature, professional presence with the ability to receive and respond to direct feedback constructively.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to independently research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Experience participating in or leading ERP implementations, system enhancements, and process optimization initiatives.
• Proven track record of developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), strengthening internal controls, and driving operational efficiencies.