{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"92ef32fc788ba2440411ed21","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/92ef32fc788ba2440411ed21","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/92ef32fc788ba2440411ed21","title":"Operational Controller","description":"POSITION SUMMARY: The Operational Controller will report to the CFO, and work closely with senior management of the Company’s self-perform entities. This role will support the entire financial operation of various self-perform entities and equipment yard operations.\n\nCOMPENSATION: $150K-$190K\n\nPRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nProvide financial leadership and oversight for five self-perform operating entities, partnering closely with operational leadership to improve financial performance, consistency, accountability, and decision-making.\n\nEstablish, standardize, and continuously improve financial and accounting best practices across the self-perform entities, including cost processing, vendor management, subcontract/contract administration, purchasing, commitments, change management, billing, and cost controls.\n\nLead the Project Accounting function, including organizational structure, staffing levels, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, development, performance management, succession planning, and, when necessary, corrective action or termination.\n\nDevelop and maintain consistent project financial controls and reporting standards to ensure that timely, accurate, and complete project financial information is available to operations and Corporate Accounting.\n\nParticipate in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews for the self-perform entities and assist operating leadership in evaluating financial results against plans and expectations.\n\nActively participate in project forecasting and financial review meetings, providing financial insight, challenging assumptions where appropriate, identifying emerging risks and opportunities, and improving the quality and reliability of project forecasts.\n\nSupport Corporate Accounting in the preparation and validation of job profit forecasts, including estimated cost at completion, margin projections, contingency usage, cost-to-complete assumptions, revenue recognition considerations, and identification of forecast changes.\n\nPartner with project managers, operations managers, and business leaders to strengthen financial acumen, including training and coaching on project financial management, forecasting, cost control, contract economics, cash flow, margin management, and effective use of the company's accounting and project management systems.\n\nPerform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects to support business operations and management decision-making, including profitability analysis, make-versus-buy evaluations, equipment or capital investment analysis, productivity studies, business-case development, new system implementation and other operational finance initiatives.\n\nEvaluate and improve internal controls and financial processes while balancing appropriate financial discipline with the practical needs of field and project operations.\n\nPromote consistency and scalability across the self-perform entities, identifying opportunities to consolidate processes, eliminate unnecessary variation, leverage technology, and establish common financial operating standards.\n\nServe as the primary financial liaison between self-perform operations and Corporate Accounting, ensuring operational activity is appropriately reflected in the company's financial reporting while helping Corporate Accounting understand business-specific activities and issues.\n\nProvide supplemental support to Corporate Accounting, as business needs and capacity allow, including assistance with quarterly and annual financial reporting, year-end close activities, financial statement preparation, audit support, and other reporting requirements.\n\nProvide flexible financial leadership and project support across the organization, particularly during peak reporting periods, major system or process initiatives, acquisitions or business changes, and other situations requiring additional financial expertise.\n\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\n\nStanding/Walking/Sitting: workday is combination of standing, walking and sitting\n\nMust be able to climb stairs: 5% of day\n\nHands/Arms: constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use\n\nSight: visual acuity in near, mid and far range vision. Color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination\n\nHearing: sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone\n\nSpeech: sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone\n\nBending/Twisting: minimal\n\nKneeling/Crouching/Crawling: minimal\n\nConstant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required\n\nMust be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments\n\nMust use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results\n\nMust be able to plan and organize work\n\nMust possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers\n\nQUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:\n\n7–10 years of progressively responsible financial and accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry or another project-based industry with advanced project/job costing requirements.\nBA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or another related field required.\nCPA license, active or inactive, preferred but not required.\nStrong demonstrated knowledge of U.S. GAAP required.\nDemonstrated experience with project accounting, job cost reporting, forecasting, cost-to-complete analysis, revenue and margin analysis, and project financial controls preferred.\nExperience developing, implementing, monitoring, and improving financial processes, internal controls, and operating procedures to enhance accuracy, consistency, efficiency, and financial performance.\nExperience partnering directly with operations and project management personnel to analyze financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and improve business decision-making.\nDemonstrated ability to challenge financial assumptions constructively and communicate financial issues effectively with project managers, operational leaders, accounting personnel, and senior management.\nDemonstrated ability to operate effectively at the intersection of accounting and operations, balancing strong financial controls with an understanding of the practical needs of project and field teams.\nExperience working within a complex ERP and project accounting system to manage the financial operations of a multi-entity or multi-business-unit organization preferred.\nExperience managing, developing, and leading a staff of five or more employees preferred, including responsibility for hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and employee development.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational information, identify underlying issues, and develop actionable recommendations.\nAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Teams, and related business technology.\nExcellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, competing demands, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.\nStrong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships across accounting, operations, project management, and senior leadership.\nStrong leadership presence with the ability to coach, influence, and hold others accountable while maintaining productive working relationships.\nMust be a strong team player, self-starter, and adaptable leader who can operate with a high degree of independence, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively with minimal supervision.\nDemonstrated ownership mentality, attention to detail, and ability to proactively identify issues and drive them through resolution.\nAbility to work effectively in a changing environment and support broader organizational priorities, special projects, and reporting needs as required.","company":"Hoffmanconstruction","rawCompany":"hoffmanconstruction","city":"Lake Oswego","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T13:17:40.664Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"13-2099.00","title":"Financial Specialists, All Other","slug":"financial-specialists-all-other"},{"code":"11-3031.00","title":"Financial Managers","slug":"financial-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"551114","title":"Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices","slug":"corporate-subsidiary-and-regional-managing-offices"},{"code":"523940","title":"Portfolio Management and Investment Advice","slug":"portfolio-management-and-investment-advice"},{"code":"551112","title":"Offices 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This role will support the entire financial operation of various self-perform entities and equipment yard operations.\n\nCOMPENSATION: $150K-$190K\n\nPRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nProvide financial leadership and oversight for five self-perform operating entities, partnering closely with operational leadership to improve financial performance, consistency, accountability, and decision-making.\n\nEstablish, standardize, and continuously improve financial and accounting best practices across the self-perform entities, including cost processing, vendor management, subcontract/contract administration, purchasing, commitments, change management, billing, and cost controls.\n\nLead the Project Accounting function, including organizational structure, staffing levels, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, development, performance management, succession planning, and, when necessary, corrective action or termination.\n\nDevelop and maintain consistent project financial controls and reporting standards to ensure that timely, accurate, and complete project financial information is available to operations and Corporate Accounting.\n\nParticipate in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews for the self-perform entities and assist operating leadership in evaluating financial results against plans and expectations.\n\nActively participate in project forecasting and financial review meetings, providing financial insight, challenging assumptions where appropriate, identifying emerging risks and opportunities, and improving the quality and reliability of project forecasts.\n\nSupport Corporate Accounting in the preparation and validation of job profit forecasts, including estimated cost at completion, margin projections, contingency usage, cost-to-complete assumptions, revenue recognition considerations, and identification of forecast changes.\n\nPartner with project managers, operations managers, and business leaders to strengthen financial acumen, including training and coaching on project financial management, forecasting, cost control, contract economics, cash flow, margin management, and effective use of the company's accounting and project management systems.\n\nPerform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects to support business operations and management decision-making, including profitability analysis, make-versus-buy evaluations, equipment or capital investment analysis, productivity studies, business-case development, new system implementation and other operational finance initiatives.\n\nEvaluate and improve internal controls and financial processes while balancing appropriate financial discipline with the practical needs of field and project operations.\n\nPromote consistency and scalability across the self-perform entities, identifying opportunities to consolidate processes, eliminate unnecessary variation, leverage technology, and establish common financial operating standards.\n\nServe as the primary financial liaison between self-perform operations and Corporate Accounting, ensuring operational activity is appropriately reflected in the company's financial reporting while helping Corporate Accounting understand business-specific activities and issues.\n\nProvide supplemental support to Corporate Accounting, as business needs and capacity allow, including assistance with quarterly and annual financial reporting, year-end close activities, financial statement preparation, audit support, and other reporting requirements.\n\nProvide flexible financial leadership and project support across the organization, particularly during peak reporting periods, major system or process initiatives, acquisitions or business changes, and other situations requiring additional financial expertise.\n\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\n\nStanding/Walking/Sitting: workday is combination of standing, walking and sitting\n\nMust be able to climb stairs: 5% of day\n\nHands/Arms: constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use\n\nSight: visual acuity in near, mid and far range vision. 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