Construction Controller

Company Overview
Lapin Services is a leading underground construction company known for delivering top-quality projects. We specialize in residential and commercial sewer, septic, grease trap, water and storm water projects and are committed to excellence in every aspect of our work.

Position Overview
We're looking for a skilled Construction Controller to join our team. You'll handle all administrative and financial aspects of our construction projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. If you have a background in construction accounting and are great with numbers, we want to hear from you!

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Develop and enforce financial controls and procedures for construction projects.
• Manage project accounting, including budgeting, cost analysis, and reporting.
• Work with project managers to track costs and identify areas for improvement.
• Keep an eye on cash flow and project budgets to find ways to save money.
• Prepare financial reports and assist with audits and tax filings.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of individual permits
• Procure plans from engineers and builders for permit applications
• Obtain all required approvals for permits
• Coordinate paperwork and applications with outside consultants
• Track permit status with the municipalities to ensure they are processed expediently to meet project start goals
• Create start packages for the field with all pertinent information to ensure projects can be constructed accurately and efficiently
• Request services related to permit issuance and project starts (Soil profiles, line locates, etc.)
• Invoicing, including AIA invoicing, through Quickbooks
• Enter new jobs into systems including Quickbooks and Buildertrend
• Perform all project preparation, including line locates, inspections, finals, warranties, and collections
• Assist the Construction Manager and Project Managers as needed

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2 years of experience in construction accounting or project finance.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting procedures
• Good math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organization skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person