Construction Controller

Lee Hecht Harrison
  • Escondido, CA
  • $120,000–$135,000 Per Year
6 days ago

Job Description

If you are an experienced Controller looking to work for a growing construction company and able to play a critical role in leading the company's accounting and finance functions I suggest reading further. This position reports to the CFO, and will oversee financial reporting, project accounting, cash flow management, and team leadership while providing strategic insight. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys partnering across departments and driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities of this Controller position include:

  • Mentor, develop, and lead an accounting team on day-to-day accounting and financial operations.

  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely financial reporting.

  • Oversee accounts payables, receivables, general ledger activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting accuracy.

  • Direct project accounting, cost tracking, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis.

  • Monitor cash flow, collections, receivables, and overall financial performance.

  • Strengthen internal controls, approval processes, and risk management procedures.

  • Support CFO with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

Minimum requirements:

  • Prior experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing, or other project-based industries.

  • 5+ years of experience managing accounting teams.

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, project costing, work-in-progress reporting, revenue recognition, and cash flow management.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with SAGE 100 is a plus.

  • Proven ability to improve processes, lead teams, and meet critical deadlines.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Professional, high integrity, and attentive to details.

Benefit offerings include competitive salary with excellent benefits; medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and 401K plan with employer match. Program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays. Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.lhh.com/us/en/privacy-policy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act

Pay Details: $120,000.00 to $135,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Jody Goss

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Numbers & Facts

LocationEscondido, CA
Salary$120,000–$135,000 Per Year

Skills

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