Controller - Commercial Construction

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working as a Construction Controller within a commercial construction environment and must have hands-on experience with Foundation Software.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations for the company
• Manage construction accounting functions including WIP, job costing, A/R, A/P, billing, payroll, and general ledger
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, financial reports, and project-level financial information
• Monitor project financial performance, budgets, costs, and profitability
• Manage and review WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Partner with Project Managers and leadership to ensure accurate project financial reporting
• Oversee cash flow, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and collections
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Utilize Foundation Software to manage and analyze construction accounting information
• Support leadership with financial analysis and reporting to help guide business decisions
• Manage and/or mentor accounting staff as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and overall financial controls

Job Requirements

• Previous experience as a Construction Controller is required
• Hands-on experience with Foundation Software is required
• Commercial construction accounting experience with a General Contractor
• Strong understanding of job costing, WIP, percentage-of-completion accounting, and construction financial reporting
• Experience overseeing A/R, A/P, payroll, billing, and general ledger functions
• Strong understanding of construction project financials and the relationship between accounting and operations
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with both accounting and operations teams
• Leadership experience within a construction accounting environment is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered

What They Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Employee health insurance
• PTO
• Bonus program
• Additional benefits package
• Stable, established commercial construction company
• Opportunity to play a key role within the organization
• Collaborative team environment with direct visibility to company leadership