Construction Controller (CPA Required)

Position Overview

The Construction Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial accounting and cost control functions for construction operations. This role requires a licensed CPA with deep construction accounting expertise to ensure financial accuracy compliance strong internal controls and proactive cash flow management across multiple projects. The Controller partners with executive leadership and operations to drive profitability mitigate risk and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Compliance

• Lead month-end quarter-end and year-end close for construction operations
• Prepare review and certify accurate financial statements (P&L Balance Sheet Cash Flow)
• Ensure compliance with GAAP contract requirements and regulatory standards
• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors tax advisors and regulatory agencies

Job Costing & Project Financial Controls

• Oversee detailed job cost accounting for all active projects
• Monitor budgets cost-to-complete earned value and gross margin performance
• Review and validate WIP schedules revenue recognition and project forecasts
• Partner with Project Managers to identify financial risks cost overruns and margin erosion

Cash Flow Billing & Risk Management

• Oversee project billing pay applications retainage and lien compliance
• Manage AR AP subcontractor payments and cash flow forecasting
• Support executive leadership with rolling cash flow projections and financial risk analysis
• Ensure alignment between project execution billing and cash collections

Systems Controls & Process Optimization

• Maintain and optimize construction accounting and ERP systems (Viewpoint Procore integrations)
• Establish and enforce strong internal controls and approval processes
• Develop standardized financial WIP and project performance dashboards
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen accuracy efficiency and transparency

Leadership & Strategic Partnership

• Lead mentor and develop accounting and project controls staff
• Collaborate closely with Operations Estimating and Project Management teams
• Support go/no-go decisions budgeting and long-term financial planning
• Act as a trusted financial advisor to executive leadership

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

• Active CPA license (Required)
• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• 710 years of accounting experience with significant construction industry experience
• Proven expertise in job cost accounting WIP reporting and construction revenue recognition
• Strong understanding of construction contracts change orders retainage and compliance
• Experience with construction accounting software and ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with public sector municipal or government-funded construction projects
• Experience in multi-entity or multi-project construction environments
• Leadership experience managing accounting or finance teams

Core Competencies

• Strong financial leadership and accountability
• Excellent analytical and risk assessment skills
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable operational insight
• High attention to detail with a strong internal control mindset
• Clear confident communicator and collaborative leader

Why This Role Matters

This position is critical to protecting margins strengthening cash flow and ensuring financial integrity across all construction operations. The Construction Controller plays a key role in enabling sustainable growth informed decision-making and operational excellence.

Required Experience:

Senior IC