AEC Controller

CFS

Orlando, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$140,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Budget Management, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Construction Engineering, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Revenue Recognition, Tax Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player
LOCATION
Orlando, FL
POSTED
1 day ago

Controller (AEC Industry)


Salary: $130,000 – $140,000 + Bonus
Location: Orlando, FL (Hybrid)



Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out


This Controller opportunity offers the chance to join a well-established and growing Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) organization in a highly visible leadership role. The Controller will oversee the accounting function, partner directly with executive leadership, and play a key role in driving financial reporting, process improvements, and operational efficiency.


What makes this Controller role compelling:


• Hybrid with a 3/2 schedule
• High-visibility leadership position with direct access to ownership and executive leadership
• Opportunity to lead and mentor a growing accounting team
• Stable organization with strong project backlog and long-term growth plans
• Competitive compensation package plus bonus opportunity


This Controller role is ideal for an experienced accounting leader who understands project-based accounting and enjoys partnering with operations to drive business performance.



Key Responsibilities of the Controller



  • Lead all accounting operations including month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations

  • Manage and develop a team of accounting professionals

  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control requirements

  • Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and recommendations

  • Drive process improvements and accounting efficiencies across the organization

  • Support audits, tax compliance, and external reporting requirements



Qualifications for the Controller



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities

  • AEC industry experience required

  • Deltek Vantagepoint experience required

  • Strong understanding of project accounting, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition

  • Experience leading accounting teams and improving processes

  • CPA preferred but not required



Work Environment & Benefits



  • Hybrid schedule

  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture

  • High visibility and direct leadership exposure

  • Bonus opportunity and strong long-term career stability



This Controller opportunity is best suited for a seasoned accounting leader with AEC industry experience who wants to make an impact, lead a team, and help drive the continued success of a growing organization.

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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/