Senior Accountant​/Controller

About Night Owl Companies, LLC

Night Owl Companies, LLC is a growing, multi-division construction services organization supporting multifamily, commercial, and national construction projects across multiple markets. Our divisions include
Electrical Contracting, Stone Fabrication & Installation, General Contracting, Restoration, and National Construction Services
. We are seeking a seasoned
Senior Accountant / Controller
to lead and strengthen our financial operations at the corporate level.

The
Senior Accountant / Controller
will oversee all accounting operations for Night Owl Companies, LLC and its affiliated entities. This role is responsible for full-cycle construction accounting, financial reporting, job costing process management, and GAAP compliance while providing direct leadership to the
Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll
functions. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep construction accounting expertise and proven experience managing and developing finance professionals.

This is a
full-time, in-person position
based at our
Corporate Office in Charlotte, NC
.

• Lead and manage all corporate accounting functions across four construction entities plus four other smaller and simpler entities
• Oversee
  Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll
  , ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Manage corporate processes to ensure accurate
  construction job costing
  and allocation of costs across the collective enterprise
• Ensure accurate and timely
  month-end and year-end close
  processes
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and strategic planning
• Process payroll for multiple states and entities, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations
• Support or perform reconciliations, audits, sales tax filings, lien compliance, licensure reporting, and subcontractor reporting
• Mentor, train, and develop accounting staff while enforcing accountability and best practices
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, project management, administration, and leadership teams

• Minimum of 5 years of construction accounting experience
• Mindset
  of no-excuses ownership of all areas of oversight and responsibility
• Demonstrated history of
  process improvement
  and problem recognition and resolution
• Proven leadership experience
  managing AR, AP, Payroll, or accounting teams
• Prior experience in a
  Controller, Senior Accountant, or Accounting Manager
  role
• Strong understanding of:
  • Job costing and WIP
  • Construction revenue recognition
  • Multi-entity and multi-state accounting
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and hold finance team members accountable
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with leadership and operations teams
• Substantial experience working in Quick Books Online on a daily basis

• Experience in a multi-division or national construction environment
• Familiarity with construction accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, Job Tread, Buildertrend, Dash, or similar)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Leadership role with direct impact on company growth and financial strategy
• Collaborative, professional work environment
• Long-term career opportunity within a growing organization