Controller; Construction

Company Overview

Our client is a growing, multi-division commercial services company operating nationwide with a focus on construction and facilities maintenance. With consistent year-over-year growth and expansion across 44+ states, the organization is scaling its accounting function to support evolving business needs. The culture is collaborative and energetic, with a strong track record of celebrating wins and empowering team members.

We're seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead the daily accounting operations while building scalable systems and processes. This role will oversee all core accounting functions, manage a 4‑6 person team, and partner closely with leadership on budgeting, compliance, and strategic initiatives. Candidates with experience in construction accounting
, including job costing, progress billing, and revenue recognition
, will be prioritized. This is a high‑visibility director‑level contributor in the organization.

• Lead all accounting operations, including GL, AP/AR, reconciliations, fixed assets, and cash management
• Manage monthly and year‑end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee billing cycles, including AIA billing and progress invoicing for job‑based contracts
• Supervise and develop a team of accounting, procurement, and vendor management professionals
• Ensure accurate reporting, compliance with multi‑state licensing/tax requirements, and support audits
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls as volume and complexity scale
• Partner with leadership to drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Collaborate with third‑party CPA for state and federal income tax filings
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and SOPs
• Support 401(k) administration, insurance renewals, and grant reporting as needed
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, celebrating wins and leading change

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; construction or job‑costing background strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Quick Books Online
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, AIA billing, and multi‑state compliance
• Experience managing and developing teams
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A strategic thinker who is also comfortable being hands‑on in a lean company

• AIA billing
• percentage of completion
• WIP accounting