CONTROLLER

JOB DESCRIPTION
IHC Construction Companies, LLC, is one of Chicagoland's longest established construction firms with expanding operations in the Southeast.IHC employs a team of dedicated construction professionals with a broad depth of industry knowledge and expertise and was recently named an ENR Midwest Top Contractor of 2026 for its outstanding performance and impact across the construction industry. IHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

We are actively seeking a CONTROLLER to join IHC's Executive Team in our Chicagoland office, with HQ in Elgin, IL.
The Controller reports to the CEO and COO and is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, and compliance functions for a growing construction organization. This role partners closely with the President, Operations, and Project Management teams to ensure accurate project financial reporting, strong internal controls, effective cash flow management, and profitability analysis.
The ideal candidate is a direct finance leader with deep construction industry experience, including percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, project forecasting, and subcontractor compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Lead all accounting and financial operations of the company.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop monthly management reporting packages.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to executive leadership.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax preparation activities.

Construction Accounting & Job Costing

• Oversee all job cost accounting and project financial reporting.
• Review and monitor project budgets, cost-to-complete estimates, and profitability forecasts.
• Ensure accuracy of Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Work closely with COO to identify cost overruns, billing opportunities, and financial risks.
• Analyze project margins and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability.
• Manage change order tracking and revenue recognition processes.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Prepare and maintain weekly and long-term cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor company liquidity and working capital.
• Manage banking relationships and debt compliance requirements.
• Oversee lines of credit, bonding capacity, and banking facilities.
• Support strategic capital planning and growth initiatives.

Billing, Collections & Compliance

• Oversee monthly project billing.
• Ensure timely collection of accounts receivable.
• Monitor lien waivers, subcontractor compliance, insurance certificates, and vendor documentation.
• Review sales tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze trends in labor, equipment, materials, and overhead costs.
• Partner with operational leaders to improve forecasting accuracy.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team.
• Establish performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required

• 10+ years of construction accounting.
• 3+ years of Controller Level (or equivalent) experience within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Construction accounting
  • Job costing
  • WIP reporting
  • Union labor environment
  • Revenue recognition
  • Financial statement preparation

Preferred

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting
• 7 + years in public accounting background.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) Certification.
• Experience with construction ERP systems such as:
  • Viewpoint Vista
  • Prophix

IHC offers Excellent Benefits including Health Insurance, 401k, and Profit Sharing.

IHC has a comprehensive program to fulfill its State & Federal requirements to provide a drug-free work environment. All candidates must be willing to submit to drug testing.

Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, IHC DOES NOT ACCEPT OR RETURN PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS inquiring about applicant status. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email notifying you that your application has been successfully submitted. The only way to be considered for a current or future position at IHC is by applying through this online application system. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.