Controller - Construction

POSITION: CONTROLLER

We are seeking an experienced Controller to provide strategic financial leadership and oversee all accounting operations for our growing construction company. As a trusted member of the leadership team, the Controller will guide financial decision-making, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, and help drive operational excellence across the company. This is a hands-on leadership role for a professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is committed to developing strong financial processes and teams.

The Controller is responsible for directing all accounting functions, maintaining effective internal controls, monitoring financial operations, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role oversees the preparation, analysis, and interpretation of monthly financial statements, manages budgeting and forecasting, monitors financial performance, analyzes variances, and recommends corrective actions to achieve organizational objectives. The Controller will also oversee the company's financial model, forecast business performance, calculate bank covenant ratios, and identify potential financial risks and opportunities.

This position serves as the primary liaison for external auditors, banking partners, CPA firms, and financial institutions. Responsibilities include managing annual financial audits, coordinating tax reporting and compliance, overseeing business licenses, ensuring timely preparation of required federal and state tax filings, and maintaining compliance with all applicable accounting standards and legal requirements. The Controller will also serve as the primary administrator for the ERP accounting system, ensuring the software is fully utilized while continually improving accounting processes and operational efficiency.

As the leader of the accounting department, the Controller will recruit, train, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This includes conducting performance reviews, providing coaching and cross-training opportunities, leading regular departmental meetings, resolving operational issues, supporting team development, and participating in management meetings and special projects as needed. The successful candidate will stay current on accounting best practices through ongoing professional development and industry involvement.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position that offers daily collaboration with company leadership, a supportive management team, and opportunities for professional growth and continued development.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance required. A minimum of ten years of progressive accounting experience is required, with construction industry experience strongly preferred. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, auditing, internal controls, tax compliance, and financial analysis. Experience with accounting software, including Spectrum, is highly preferred. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.

COMANCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

COMANCO is a Drug-free workplace under Federal Law.