Controller

Construction Controller (Commercial Construction)

Location: Confidential

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Classification: Exempt

Role Overview

A high-growth commercial construction company is seeking a Construction Controller to lead project accounting, financial reporting, and forecasting operations. This role partners directly with executive leadership and construction operations to drive financial accuracy, profitability, and scalable growth. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in job cost accounting and percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition within the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly cost-to-complete reviews and WIP reporting
• Oversee percentage-of-completion revenue recognition in compliance with GAAP
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Own annual budget and rolling quarterly forecast models
• Deliver financial dashboards and operational reporting (Power BI preferred)
• Partner with Project Managers to analyze margins, risk, and cash flow
• Maintain internal controls and support annual audit processes
• Ensure payroll tax, sales tax, and regulatory compliance
• Supervise and develop accounting team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Active CPA license required
• 7+ years of construction accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and WIP schedules
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience with ERP systems and financial analytics tools
• Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills

Why This Role

This is a strategic finance leadership opportunity within a scaling construction organization. The Construction Controller will influence profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term growth while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.