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Controller - Commercial Construction

Affinity Executive Search

Tempe, AZ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$130,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Automation, Budgeting, Business Strategy, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Commercial Construction, Commercial Real Estate, Construction, Construction Control, Cost Control, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Metrics, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Risk Management, Financial Systems, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Operational Strategy, Payroll Accounting, Payroll Administration, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Analysis, Project Tracking, Reporting Skills, Risk Management, Tax Regulations
LOCATION
Tempe, AZ
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Controller - Commercial Construction

Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 per year

Location: Tempe, AZ

Minimum Degree:

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

We are currently conducting a Controller search for a Commercial General Contractor based in Tempe, AZ. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will oversee a small accounting team and be responsible for core accounting operations including month-end close, job costing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting. The Controller will also play a key role in financial planning, performance analysis, and an upcoming ERP system conversion. This is an in-office role, 5 days a week at their office in Tempe, Arizona. Responsibilities:

  • Oversee month-end close, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and overall accounting operations.
  • Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and profitability analysis.
  • Manage job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and project profitability tracking.
  • Monitor financial performance metrics and maintain target profit margins.
  • Develop and manage cash flow planning and capital strategies to support company growth.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards.
  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls and financial risk management processes.
  • Partner with operational leaders to ensure project-level financial accountability.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies through financial analysis.
  • Lead ERP implementation and optimize financial systems, automation, and reporting capabilities.
  • Oversee payroll administration and performance-based compensation structures.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related is required
  • CPA a plus
  • 7+ years' of accounting/finance experience
  • 3+ years' commercial real estate construction accounting experience (including job costing, WIP reporting, etc.), ideally working for a General Contractor.
  • 2+ years' of leadership experience
  • Experience implementing process improvement

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