What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction, Oil and Gas Controller position at Capital Professional Staffing LLC?
Capital Professional Staffing is working with our highly successful and growing Oil and Gas Construction client who is seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to oversee all financial operations for our construction and oil & gas divisions. This individual will be responsible for financial reporting, job costing, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and internal controls. The Controller will play a key leadership role in supporting operational decision-making, ensuring financial accuracy, and helping the company scale sustainably in a fast-paced and highly regulated industry environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting:
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting:
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes across multiple entities or projects.
- Manage general ledger accounting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
- Oversee cash flow management, including forecasting and treasury functions.
- Implement and manage job costing systems for construction and oilfield projects.
- Collaborate with project managers to track actual vs. budgeted project performance.
- Analyze project margins and identify variances or cost overruns.
- Lead the annual budgeting process, including departmental and capital budgets.
- Develop financial forecasts and scenario analyses to support business planning.
- Provide management with reports and KPIs to guide financial and operational decisions.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and regulatory requirements, including sales/use tax, payroll tax, and industry-specific regulations.
- Maintain internal controls and implement procedures to prevent fraud and errors.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax professionals, and regulatory agencies.
- Supervise and develop the accounting and finance team.
- Participate in executive leadership meetings, offering financial insights to support strategic initiatives.
- Evaluate and implement accounting software and systems to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience; at least 3 years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role
- Strong background in construction or oil & gas accounting (experience in both preferred)
- Deep knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition, and production-based financial modeling
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Enterprise or Desktop, or similar
- Experience with payroll, multi-state operations, and contract compliance
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills
- Experience with joint venture accounting and partnerships
- Knowledge of ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers)
- Familiarity with oilfield services pricing structures and cost drivers
- Understanding of insurance, bonding, and lien requirements in construction projects
- Competitive base salary
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities