Controller
Position Summary: A growing mid-Atlantic construction company with headquarters in Harford County, MD is seeking an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations. This individual will play a critical leadership role in managing financial reporting, job costing, budgeting, cash flow, and operational accounting processes across multiple projects and business units.
The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, hands-on leadership, and the ability to provide strategic financial insight to support continued company growth.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end close
Manage job costing, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project financial reporting
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP standards, covenants, and internal controls
Coordinate annual audits and work directly with external CPA firms and banking partners
Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency
Monitor project costs, labor reporting, subcontractor expenses, and contract billing
Develop and improve accounting systems, reporting tools, and financial processes
Partner closely with operational leadership to support strategic decision-making
Supervise and mentor accounting and payroll staff
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ years of accounting/finance experience with at least 3 years in the construction industry
Strong understanding of construction accounting principles including WIP reporting and job costing
Construction contract management and billing preferred
Financial modeling and operational analysis preferred.
Experience with ERP/accounting software such as Sage, Foundation, Viewpoint, or similar systems
CPA preferred but not require
Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment