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Controller

W3Global
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026
In-Person | Leadership Role | Construction Industry

Lead The Numbers. Influence Strategy. Build What's Next.

  • Due to an upcoming retirement, we're seeking a Controller to take ownership of our financial operations and help guide the company through its next phase of growth. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll oversee day-to-day accounting while partnering with leadership on strategy, forecasting, and performance.
  • The ideal candidate brings a strong background in construction accounting, understands percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition, and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

What You'll Do

  • Lead all core accounting functions: A/R (billing), A/P, payroll, and general ledger
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (GAAP), including reconciliations and multi-entity reporting
  • Oversee percentage-of-completion accounting and revenue recognition
  • Manage cash flow forecasting and support quarterly distribution planning
  • Ensure timely billing, collections, and accruals
  • Oversee payroll processing and tax/statutory reporting (monthly, quarterly, year-end)
  • Maintain and optimize job costing systems (NAV) and timekeeping systems (TimeClock Plus)
  • Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analysis and insights
  • Partner with leadership to support strategic decision-making and growth initiatives
  • Lead annual audits and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
  • Serve as 401(k) co-trustee and support benefits-related financial oversight
  • Assist with IT coordination alongside external vendors as needed
  • Hire, mentor, and develop an Assistant Controller to ensure team depth and continuity

What We're Looking For

  • CPA or EA License (Required)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership/supervision
  • Public accounting background (2-4 years of audit experience preferred)
  • Strong expertise in construction accounting and POC revenue recognition
  • Experience with multi-entity reporting and consolidations (preferred)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and/or Sage Intacct (preferred)
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong follow-through
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Benefits

  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, AD&D, and disability coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Cell phone reimbursement

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Succession opportunity-step into a key leadership role due to retirement
  • High visibility with direct impact on financial strategy and operations
  • Blend of hands-on accounting strategic leadership
  • Opportunity to modernize systems and improve processes
  • Stable company with strong growth potential

The Bottom Line

This is more than a Controller role-it's an opportunity to own the financial function, influence business decisions, and help shape the future of a growing construction organization.

Salary : $150,000 - $160,000

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