Controller

Superior Communication Services | Framingham, MA Full Time | $120,000 - $140,000 (plus bonus) | On Site We're seeking a finance leader who brings experience, sound judgment, and the ability to drive results independently. This role is ideal for someone who has successfully led the accounting and finance function within a construction, specialty trades, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or other project-based organization and understands the unique financial dynamics that come with managing projects, labor, job costs, cash flow, and growth. This position will serve as a strategic partner to leadership by proactively identifying operational inefficiencies, recommending improvements, and implementing processes that enhance profitability, scalability, and decision-making across the business. What You'll Be Responsible For Own the finance and accounting function, developing the processes, reporting, and controls needed to support continued growth Leading monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting Driving budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning initiatives Managing job costing, work-in-progress reporting, revenue recognition, and project profitability analysis Establishing and improving accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting structures Providing financial insight and recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making Partnering with department leaders to improve performance, profitability, and accountability Ensuring compliance with all financial, tax, and regulatory requirements Building scalable financial processes to support continued growth Leading, mentoring, and developing accounting team members Required Experience Significant accounting and finance leadership experience Experience within a construction, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, facilities services, specialty contracting, or other project-based business environment Strong understanding of job costing, project accounting, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, revenue recognition, and project profitability analysis Demonstrated success managing financial operations for a growing small-to-mid-sized organization Experience developing processes and improving financial visibility across the business Strong financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and cash management expertise Experience leading and developing accounting teams What Will Set Candidates Apart Experience in construction and skilled trades organizations during periods of growth and operational expansion Quantifiable accomplishments and measurable business impact Examples of solving complex challenges with minimal supervision A track record of continuous improvement and professional growth Strong references who can speak to performance, reliability, and leadership For the right candidate, this is an opportunity to make a measurable impact within a company that values strong financial leadership and practical business insight. Requirements 7-15+ years progressive accounting experience Experience in construction or trade industries strongly preferred Strong understanding of job costing and margin analysis Experience with multi-state operations Proven experience managing payroll and sales tax compliance Comfortable operating both strategically and transactionally Direct, clear communicator CPA preferred but not required Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Paid Time Off Company Paid Life Insurance Referral Program 401(k) 401(k) Matching EAP #J-18808-Ljbffr Superior Communication Services