Controller

Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Controller based in Albuquerque, NM. This role offers hybrid flexibility for candidates located in surrounding states, with an expectation to travel to the Albuquerque office up to twice per month. Schedule: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Compensation will vary upon experience:

• Entry: $100,000 - $115,000
• Mid: $120,000 - $150,000
• Senior: $160,000 - $180,000

***BONUS IN ADDTION TO BASE**** ***STOCK OPTIONS*** Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision/401(k)/PTO/Holidays etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment
• Oversee all accounting operations with a strong emphasis on technical accounting, compliance, and internal controls
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, GAAP, and public company reporting standards
• Apply and oversee ASC 606 revenue recognition and percentage-of-completion accounting for project-based work
• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements and reporting packages for leadership
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules to ensure integrity of financial data
• Partner closely with executive leadership to deliver financial insights and support strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Operations to monitor job performance, cost trends, and margin risks
• Drive project forecasting, backlog analysis, and financial planning efforts
• Proactively identify and escalate risks impacting profitability, timelines, and project outcomes
• Lead process improvements and optimize ERP systems and financial workflows to increase efficiency and scalability
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements across the organization

Qualifications

• 6–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong foundation in technical accounting within a public company environment
• Deep understanding of ASC 606 and SOX compliance
• Experience leading or mentoring a team
• Proficiency with ERP systems
• CPA preferred but not required
• Background in construction, manufacturing, engineering, or other project-based industries
• Experience in a union environment
• Exposure to project-based or contract accounting models

Pay Details: $130,000.00 to $180,000.00 per year Search managed by: Amanda Bellson Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply Ref: US_EN_27_919240_3129337