Assistant Controller – Construction

Location: Seymour, CT (Fully Onsite)
Salary: $125,000–$135,000 + Bonus Potential
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

About the Assistant Controller Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and growing construction company in the Seymour area, is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable, family-oriented organization with a strong presence throughout the Northeast.

The company is expanding its operations and restructuring its accounting department, creating an opportunity for a hands-on Assistant Controller to take ownership of complex financial responsibilities and work closely with senior leadership.

Assistant Controller Responsibilities

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• Oversee construction accounting activities, including job costing, project budgets, and profitability analysis.

  
  
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• Manage accounting for multiple construction projects and joint venture arrangements.

  
  
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• Prepare and review work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and construction financial reports.

  
  
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• Handle multistate sales and use tax reporting and compliance.

  
  
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• Oversee project-related cash management, cash flow forecasting, and reconciliations.

  
  
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• Manage AIA billing, progress billing, and payment applications.

  
  
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• Partner with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and cost tracking.

  
  
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• Assist with month-end close, financial statement preparation, and process improvements.

  
  
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• Support accounting system enhancements and an upcoming ERP transition.

  
  
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Assistant Controller Qualifications

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• Strong construction accounting experience required, preferably within a general contracting environment.

  
  
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• Extensive knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and construction financials.

  
  
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• Experience with joint venture accounting strongly preferred.

  
  
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• Knowledge of multistate sales and use tax requirements.

  
  
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• Experience with AIA billing and construction-related cash management.

  
  
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• Proficiency with construction accounting software; Sage 300 or Premier experience is a plus.

  
  
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• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  
  
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• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.

  
  
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Why Consider This Assistant Controller Opportunity?

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• Established, financially stable organization with continued growth.

  
  
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• Collaborative, family-oriented company culture.

  
  
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• High-visibility role working directly with senior accounting leadership.

  
  
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• Opportunity to take ownership of complex accounting functions.

  
  
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• Potential for additional leadership responsibilities as the department grows.

  
  
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• Excellent opportunity for a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager ready to take the next step in their career.
  
  
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