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Construction Controller for General Contractor

Drake Tappe Construction
Texas, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 3/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026

Construction Controller for General Contractor

Drake Tappe Construction is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations for our growing company. Drake Tappe is a general contractor specializing in multifamily new construction across Texas and needs helps advancing our financial and accounting team.

What you’ll do:

  • Own the full accounting life-cycle including month-end close, AR/AP, job costing, general ledger, payroll, compliance with GAAP
  • Produce accurate financial statements
  • Maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules
  • Build cash flow forecasting, budgets, and financial projections
  • Coordinate with external CPAs for tax preparation and annual audit
  • Manage and maintain ERP (Foundation) and related accounting software
  • Manage a small team (1-2 employees) to assist you in daily accounting tasks such as AP and Payroll
  • Assist in maintaining banking and surety relationships as well as federal compliance
  • Collaborate with owners and senior management to provide financial insights and recommendations

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 5 years in financial management
  • 3 years in construction accounting including AIA billing, WIP, retainage, change orders, percent complete vs completed contract revenue recognition, job costing
  • CPA or CMA preferred but not required
  • Strong computer skills/advanced proficiency in Excel

Compensation & Benefits:

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and advancement opportunities for individuals who are motivated, driven, and committed to excellence.

  • Base Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 (depending on experience)
  • Bonus opportunity
  • 401(k) with 6% company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off: 18 days in year one, unlimited PTO after year one
  • Professional development support

Ready to level up in your career and join our fast-growing team? Apply today!

Drake Tappe is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Drake Tappe will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.

Pay: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote

Salary : $120,000 - $130,000

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