Assistant Controller (AP & Construction)

About the role

The Assistant Controller oversees the Accounts Payable function and supports financial operations within a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, payment approvals, vendor management, and disbursements.
• Supervise AP staff and ensure timely and accurate processing of subcontractor and vendor invoices.
• Ensure accurate job cost tracking and support project managers with financial reporting and budget analysis.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures. Enforce and support SOX compliance.
• Collaborate with project management and operations teams to resolve billing, vendor, and cost-related issues.
• Afford support for implementation and optimization of accounting systems and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements related to AP and construction accounting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting operations and reporting accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of construction accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable, job costing, retainage, progress billing, and subcontractor management.
• Experience with construction ERP/accounting systems such as Viewpoint, Sage 300/Timline, Foundation, CMiC, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Advanced Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with AIA billing and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Experience leading AP automation or process improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings w/ Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays