Controller / VP of Finance (General Contractor & Construction)

Vice President of Finance / Controller

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Industry: Project-Based Construction & Services

As a privately held, growing organization enters its next phase of development, we are seeking a Vice President of Finance / Controller to serve as the senior financial leader of the business. This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, project costing, and financial planning & analysis functions.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in the construction or project-based services industry, with strong expertise in job costing, Work in Progress (WIP), and percentage-of-completion accounting, and thrives in an environment that values operational partnership, financial discipline, and long-term value creation.

Please email your resume to Chris.Willhite@RobertHalf.com.

What You’ll Do

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Act as the company’s senior finance executive, partnering closely with ownership and executive leadership
• Translate operational activity into clear, actionable financial insights
• Support strategic planning, growth initiatives, and capital decisions

Accounting, Reporting & Controls

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and monthly close
• Ensure timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance across all financial processes
• Manage external relationships with lenders, auditors, insurance providers, and tax advisors

Project Costing, WIP & Performance

• Lead all job costing and WIP accounting, including percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
• Ensure accurate tracking of costs, margins, change orders, and project profitability
• Partner with operational leaders to identify risks, improve margins, and enhance project outcomes
• Oversee backlog reporting, forecasting, and cash flow visibility

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Own budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across the organization
• Develop KPIs and dashboards focused on profitability, labor efficiency, cash flow, and execution quality
• Provide analytical support for pricing, bidding, and resource allocation decisions

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team
• Build scalable systems, processes, and reporting structures to support continued growth
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Significant experience in a construction or project-based environment
• Strong command of job costing, WIP, and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Proven experience leading and developing finance/accounting teams
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels

Preferred

• CPA or equivalent certification
• Experience in a privately held, owner-operated organization
• Familiarity with construction ERP and project accounting systems
• Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with operations

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to step into a trusted leadership position within a stable, well-established organization that values long-term relationships, disciplined execution, and financial transparency. The role offers meaningful influence, visibility, and the chance to help shape the financial foundation of a growing enterprise.