Controller - Construction Experience a Must

Job Title: Controller

Department: Accounting

Reports To: Director of Finance

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations related to the company’s construction and development projects. The Controller works closely with development teams, project managers, and senior leadership to ensure accurate financial oversight, cost control, and reporting across all active construction projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Supervise employees involved in the accounting process, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, project accounting, and compliance.

· Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.

· Maintain accurate records of fixed assets and capital expenditures related to construction and development projects.

· Perform month-end duties closely in accordance with the established closing schedule.

· Manage job cost accounting, including cost coding, contract tracking, and expense allocation by project.

· Review contractor invoices, lien waivers, and construction draw schedules to ensure accuracy and compliance with contracts and project budgets.

· Coordinate with project managers and development teams to ensure proper financial tracking of construction projects and capital improvements.

· Prepare financial reports related to construction projects, including cost summaries, budget variance reports, and project financial forecasts.

· Monitor cash flow requirements related to construction projects and coordinate funding schedules as necessary.

· Develop and maintain internal controls and financial procedures related to project accounting and capital expenditures.

· Prepare quarterly schedules and respond to internal and external audit requests related to construction projects.

· Evaluate and improve accounting systems, project tracking tools, and financial reporting procedures to increase accuracy and efficiency.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4 to 6 years of accounting or finance experience required.

• Experience in construction accounting, project accounting, or development-related financial management preferred.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting procedures related to construction and capital projects.

• Experience with job costing, capital project budgeting, and project financial reporting.

• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with project managers, contractors, and leadership teams.

• Familiarity with laws and regulations that apply to accounting and compliance.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.

• Experience with accounting and financial management systems such as Oracle-based JD Edwards General Ledger System or similar platforms is a plus.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish

REASONING ABILITY:

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to manage a team and coordinate with operational leaders, project managers, and outside vendors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach, and carry or lift office materials up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This job is primarily performed in an office environment with a moderate noise level. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently inspect inside and outside areas of the property location and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

The above job description describes the primary duties and qualifications for this position. The company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and other duties as necessary.

The candidate for this position is an at-will employee and subject to termination with or without cause or notice.