Construction Financial Controller

The Construction Controller is tasked with optimizing financial efficiency and ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery of accounting and financial services. This role requires a hands‑on approach to the entire accounting operations function, from offering recommendations for improvement to implementing new processes, managing budgets, forecasting financial outcomes, and ensuring the financial health of the organization. A strong background in construction accounting is necessary to manage the financial aspects of development, commercial, and residential projects with experience in POC, WIP, and job costing to inform decisions.

You will constantly analyze financial metrics and accounting resource allocation to identify opportunities for improvement, ensuring AP, AR, Collections, and every accounting related function runs smoothly and effectively.

• Oversee the annual budgeting process and the preparation and distribution of the monthly reports on budgets
• Identify opportunities to improve financial and operational systems and cost effectiveness
• Manage the annual audit process
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including work in progress, percentage of completion, profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Manage multi‑location accounting staff to include Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Collections, and other related functions
• Manage 1099, state and federal, and payroll related quarterly and annual tax filings and returns
• Prepare, analyze, and present weekly, quarterly, and annual operating results for each vertical by individual and location
• Manage month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes
• Prepare and manage department budgets including regular updates to stakeholders
• Establish and monitor internal control processes to ensure accounting activities are consistent and in accordance with legal, regulatory, GAAP, and company policies and procedures
• Monitor internal audit process including scheduling external auditors and performance of financial risk assessments
• Maintains knowledge of industry trends and changes in accounting regulations to maintain compliance
• Monitor and control project costs against budget plan
• Collaborate with operations and other stakeholders to review financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Coordinate with external auditors and customers for project audits and financial reviews
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures
• Conduct subcontractor prequalification reviews
• Monitor daily cash management and cash control processes
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial performance and project success
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior and executive management
• Ability to maintain consistent, punctual, and regular attendance at work
• Other job‑related duties as assigned

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Construction Accounting with experience in multi‑site, multi‑state leadership role with direct supervisory responsibilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required with CPA, CMA, or CCIFP certifications preferred
• Applied knowledge of POC, WIP, and Job Costing required
• PE M&A experience including post‑acquisition integrations strongly preferred
• Proven knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced understanding of construction industry financial practices and regulations
• Proficient in construction ERP software with the ability to learn Sage 100 Contractor
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high‑performing teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• High degree of integrity and honesty
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to collaborate professionally and effectively across departments and varying levels of the organization
• Capacity to explain complex financial information to non‑financial personnel
• Ability to align financial management with the overall strategic goals of the company
• Effective communication skills with the ability to communicate…