Controller
Construction Controller (Commercial Construction)
Location: Confidential
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Classification: Exempt
Role Overview
A high-growth commercial construction company is seeking a Construction Controller to lead project accounting, financial reporting, and forecasting operations. This role partners directly with executive leadership and construction operations to drive financial accuracy, profitability, and scalable growth. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in job cost accounting and percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition within the construction industry.
Key Responsibilities
Lead monthly cost-to-complete reviews and WIP reporting
Oversee percentage-of-completion revenue recognition in compliance with GAAP
Manage month-end and year-end close processes
Own annual budget and rolling quarterly forecast models
Deliver financial dashboards and operational reporting (Power BI preferred)
Partner with Project Managers to analyze margins, risk, and cash flow
Maintain internal controls and support annual audit processes
Ensure payroll tax, sales tax, and regulatory compliance
Supervise and develop accounting team members
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Active CPA license required
7+ years of construction accounting experience
Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and WIP schedules
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
Experience with ERP systems and financial analytics tools
Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
Why This Role
This is a strategic finance leadership opportunity within a scaling construction organization. The Construction Controller will influence profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term growth while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.