Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing construction company. This role will oversee all accounting functions, manage a small team of two accounting professionals, and partner closely with ownership and project leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and effective project cost management.

Vaco is hiring for a Controller opportunity in Cincinnati OH. Direct Hire, Onsite. Salary: /yr + Bonus.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and industry best practices
• Manage general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Support annual audit, tax filings, and coordination with external CPAs

Construction Accounting & Job Costing

• Oversee job costing, WIP schedules, and percent-of-completion accounting
• Review project budgets vs. actuals and investigate variances
• Monitor contract billing, change orders, retainage, and revenue recognition
• Partner with Project Managers to provide timely and accurate financial insights
• Ensure proper capitalization and depreciation of fixed assets and equipment

Cash Flow & Financial Controls

• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and lien waiver processes
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures
• Ensure compliance with bonding, insurance, and lender requirements

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage and mentor a team of two accounting staff (e.g., AP/AR, Staff Accountant)
• Assign work, review output, and support professional development
• Improve processes and efficiencies within the accounting function

Strategic & Operational Support

• Partner with ownership and senior leadership on budgeting and forecasting
• Support financial planning, cost control initiatives, and process improvements
• Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support business decisions

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
• 5-10+ years of accounting experience, with construction industry experience required
• Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP, and construction revenue recognition
• Prior experience managing or mentoring staff
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.