Financial Controller

At $70–85K, you’re realistically targeting a strong Controller/Head of Accounting more than a seasoned big-company CFO. I’d adjust the title and posting slightly:

Controller / Head of Accounting – Union Masonry Subcontractor (In-Office)

Location:

Evergreen Park, IL (In-Office Only)

Company:
Union masonry subcontractor specializing in commercial construction

Revenue: $6M annually

Compensation: $70,000 – $85,000 base salary, depending on experience + potential performance-based bonus

We are a small, established union masonry subcontractor focused on commercial projects in the Chicago area. We self‑perform our work and are looking for a hands‑on financial leader to take ownership of our accounting and finance function.

This is an in‑office position for an experienced Construction Controller who can handle both day‑to‑day accounting and higher‑level reporting for ownership.

• Full‑cycle accounting: A/R, A/P, payroll, month‑end close, bank reconciliations
• Job costing and WIP schedules for multiple commercial projects
• Manage union payroll, fringe benefits, and reporting
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and cash‑flow forecasts
• Coordinate with our CPA, bonding/surety agent, and bank
• Oversee billing (AIA, T&M, change orders) and collections
• Maintain internal controls, budgets, and cost controls
• Support bidding and pricing decisions with accurate cost data

• 3–7+ years in construction accounting, ideally with a subcontractor
• Solid knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP, and percentage‑of‑completion
• Experience with union payroll and certified payroll
• Prior experience as a Controller, Senior Accountant, or similar role in a small to mid‑sized construction company
• Proficiency with construction accounting software (e.g., Foundation, Sage, Jonas, Viewpoint, or similar) and Excel
• Comfortable in a small, hands‑on office environment

• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and comfortable "owning" the numbers
• Clear communicator with field leadership, ownership, and outside partners
• Values accountability, integrity, and long‑term relationships

Please send your resume and a brief note about your construction and union payroll experience to:  with subject line: "Controller – Masonry Subcontractor."