Assistant Controller

Position: Assistant Controller

Location: Nashville, TN

Compensation: $110K - $125K DOE + Outstanding bonus based on Corporate profit annually

Benefits: Outstanding Benefit package with Health benefits 100% employer paid

RemX is proud to represent our prestigious client in the commercial construction industry who is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support and strengthen their accounting and financial operations. Reporting directly to executive leadership, this role will play a critical part in overseeing the accounting function, managing financial reporting, supporting operational decision-making, and ensuring accurate job costing across multiple projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional with construction, demolition, excavation, heavy civil or other project-based industry experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with operations to drive profitability and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff while promoting adherence to established accounting policies and procedures
• Lead and manage month/year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statement preparation
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
• Oversee all job costing functions ensuring costs are accurately captured, allocated and reported
• Review project budgets, committed costs, change orders, labor allocation, equipment utilization, subcontractor costs and overall project profitability
• Partner with project managers and operations leadership to monitor project financial performance and provide cost analysis and forecasting
• Analyze job cost reports and investigate cost variances, identifying risks and opportunities for improved project profitability
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial reporting processes
• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning activities
• Support audits and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors, lenders, and tax professionals
• Manage fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and construction-related accounting functions
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations and enhance financial visibility across projects
• Support financial system enhancements and reporting initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within commercial demolition, excavation, construction, heavy civil, industrial services, or other project-based industries with transferable experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Hands-on experience with job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, project accounting and project profitability analysis required
• Demonstrated ability to analyze project budgets, estimate-to-complete reporting, cost-to-complete projections and cost variance analysis
• Dedicated work ethic, ability to work effectively in fast paced settings with multi-shifting priorities
• Partner with project managers and operations leaders to improve project financial performance
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency required
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as Computer East, Deltek or similar preferred