Controller

Controller Position

Pacific Staffing is recruiting a Controller for a multi-entity organization in Sacramento, CA, recognized for its strong financial discipline, operational excellence, and high-quality reporting standards. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting leader with a construction accounting background, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels in managing complex financial operations, multi-entity reporting, and continuous process improvement. The Controller oversees corporate accounting and financial reporting across multiple entities, with a strong focus on construction-related financial operations. This role manages monthly and quarterly closes, audit preparation, budgeting, forecasting, loan draw processes, and cash management. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in construction accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and the ability to maintain accurate, timely, and compliant financial information. 100% onsite in SacramentoSalary: $145K to $165K per year (DOE) + bonus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for corporate and construction entities.
• Review financial statements, bank reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Support annual audits, tax provisions, and corporate tax filings.
• Prepare annual budgets and monthly/quarterly forecasts.
• Oversee construction loan draws, cost certifications, and project-related reporting.
• Manage cash balances, payments, deposits, and contractor fee calculations.
• Oversee accounts payable, vendor setup, invoice coding, and approvals.
• Maintain corporate debt and lease schedules.
• Support real estate and financing transactions, including loan closings and conversions.
• Assist with accounting system administration and process improvements.
• Review online banking transfers and monitor account activity.
• Ensure strong internal controls and accurate financial data across all entities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including construction accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and multi-entity accounting.
• Experience with audits, tax filings, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• Active CPA license is desired.