East Haven, CT14 days ago
Lead all accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for a construction businessOversee job cost accounting across active projects, including labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment, and overhead allocationPrepare and analyze monthly WIP schedules, including earned revenue, percent-complete calculations, over/under billings, and gross profit trackingManage percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition in accordance with construction industry GAAP and ASC 606Partner with project managers and estimators on project budgets, cost tracking, variance analysis, and profitability reportingDrive month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reportingPrepare executive-level reporting including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reporting, and operational dashboardsOversee AP/AR processes including retainage tracking, lien waivers, subcontractor compliance, and certified payroll supportLead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and banking/line-of-credit reporting activitiesDesign and improve internal controls, accounting workflows, and reporting systems to support company growth and operational efficiencyServe as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax advisors, and compliance requirements. Highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the CFO with exposure to ownership and the PE sponsorOpportunity to step into a growing company where leadership is eager to modernize systems and improve reporting processesHands-on role with strong influence over project costing, WIP reporting, and operational profitability initiativesAbility to partner closely with project managers, estimators, and executive leadership to drive financial performance across active construction projectsKey role in implementing process improvements and enhancing financial controls within a stable, established organizationExposure to private equity-backed operations through reporting collaboration with Northern Lakes CapitalStrong bonus potential with performance incentives tied to company and individual resultsDirect access to ownership and executive decision-making with a streamlined interview process.