Controller (Construction)

Our growing $150 million Construction Client is looking to hire a Controller with strong Construction Industry background experience. Construction Industry is a MUST!!!

The Controller will be responsible for leading, planning, and overseeing all accounting operations and related activities within the construction company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and supervise the Accounting Department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll processing for a workforce of more than 100 employees.
• Manage the monthly invoicing process and provide leadership for project accountants.
• Implement and monitor training initiatives; assess and address the training needs of department staff.
• Oversee the CMIC accounting system and coordinate with external consultants.
• Coordinate and manage the company’s annual audit in collaboration with the CPA firm.

Primary Duties:

• Maintain updated documentation of accounting policies and procedures, ensuring robust controls are in place to minimize transaction risks.
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of periodic financial reports, ensuring compliance with GAAP or international reporting standards.
• Advise management on key performance benchmarks to support company goals.
• Lead the development of annual budgets and forecasts, alerting management to significant variances.
• Provide in-depth financial analysis, focusing on capital expenditures, pricing strategies, and contractual negotiations.
• Work directly with external auditors, preparing and providing all necessary documentation for annual reviews.
• Prepare and file quarterly and annual financial reports as required.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all pertinent local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support the annual insurance renewal process and perform other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate proficiency in payroll operations, especially with Paylocity, Rippling, or similar platforms.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Construction and work-in-process accounting and financial statement preparation.
• Understanding of construction-related insurance coverages and their application to job costing.
• Proven management and team leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Proficiency with the CMIC accounting system, ACR reporting, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Three to five years of relevant accounting experience in the construction industry required.