Business Unit Controller

Business Unit Controller Location: Santa Clara, CA (on-site) Salary Range: $150k-$160k We are seeking a highly skilled Controller to partner with operational leadership and drive financial performance within a complex, project-based environment. This Controller will play a critical role in overseeing financial reporting, managing Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) accounting, and supporting a high‑volume portfolio of active projects. The ideal candidate brings strong construction or manufacturing experience, deep knowledge of percentage‑of‑completion accounting, and a hands‑on leadership style. Core Responsibilities 1. Month‑End Close & WIP Management (50%) Lead month‑end close processes with heavy focus on percentage‑of‑completion accounting Manage WIP schedules across 200‑300 concurrent projects Coordinate with Project Managers and Project Accountants to validate cost, revenue recognition, and project status Analyze margins, under/over billings, and budget variance Facilitate preliminary and final WIP reviews with senior leadership 2. Financial Oversight & Reporting (20%) Ensure accurate financial reporting, including revenue recognition and cost tracking Perform variance analysis across direct costs, fleet, and project expenses Support executive‑level financial presentations and insights 3. Operational Leadership (20%) Oversee AP, AR, Payroll, Procurement, Warehouse operations, and IT/Helpdesk functions Drive process improvements and ensure adherence to closing timelines Partner cross‑functionally to ensure financial controls and data integrity 4. Special Projects & Asset Management (10%) Lead CAPEX initiatives, fleet and fixed asset reviews Execute ad‑hoc financial analyses and operational improvement projects Month‑End Close Process Snapshot Shutting down receiving and ensuring all procurement activity is recorded Ensuring AP is fully captured and recognized Validating billing accuracy and AR flow Conducting job reviews with project teams for cost/revenue alignment Performing variance analysis and identifying discrepancies Leading WIP review meetings, including executive‑level presentations Core Competencies & Requirements Strong experience with percentage‑of‑completion (POC) accounting Proven financial reporting and variance analysis expertise Background in construction or manufacturing environments Experience with large ERP systems (Spectrum Viewpoint preferred) Demonstrated ability to manage both processes and teams Advanced Excel proficiency #J-18808-Ljbffr