Assistant Controller
About the role
ReArch Construction is an innovative construction management, property management, and real estate development firm founded upon the principles of ethical conduct, superior customer service, sustainable practices, and aggressive advocacy of our clients’ needs. Our vision is to be transformative in the industry and in order to achieve this, we are searching for the best to come join our team! The Assistant Controller reports to ReArch’s Controller and plays a key role in managing the company’s day-to-day accounting operations, with primary oversight of Accounts Payable, weekly check runs, and support of month-end and year-end close processes. The Assistant Controller leads the full-cycle Accounts Payable process and supervises AP staff, ensuring vendor and subcontractor payments are accurate, timely, and properly supported. This role also supports general ledger accounting and financial reporting through journal entries, account reconciliations, account analysis, and closing activities. Working closely with Project Managers and Operations personnel, the Assistant Controller supports accurate job cost reporting, WIP schedules, project accounting, and insurance and compliance activities. This position also helps strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes and offers the opportunity to grow into broader financial leadership responsibilities within ReArch.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day accounting operations
- Oversee Accounts Payable and weekly check runs
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Lead the full-cycle Accounts Payable process
- Supervise AP staff
- Ensure vendor and subcontractor payments are accurate, timely, and properly supported
- Support general ledger accounting and financial reporting via journal entries, account reconciliations, account analysis, and closing activities
- Work with Project Managers and Operations personnel on job cost reporting, WIP schedules, project accounting, and insurance/compliance activities
- Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes
- Opportunity to grow into broader financial leadership responsibilities
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry
- Experience managing Accounts Payable processes and staff
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and monthly close processes
- Knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems
- Experience with Sage 300 CRE, Sage Intacct, or other job-costing software preferred
- Familiarity with construction accounting practices preferred
- Detail-oriented and analytical
- Strong problem‑solving, leadership, and communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Discretionary annual bonus
- 3% employer 401(k) contribution after 6 months of service
- Up to $5,000 for relocation expenses
- Generous paid time off: 5 weeks combined sick/vacation, 7 paid holidays, up to 3 paid days for charitable volunteer work
- Benefits including health, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
- Company‑sponsored outings and events (holiday parties, family ski & ride nights, annual Cornhole Tournament)
- South Burlington office perks: walking trails, adjacent health club, coffee roaster and café, seasonal food trucks, early care and education center with preferential placement for employees
Pay
The anticipated starting pay for this position is $92,500–$105,000/year, depending on experience.
Schedule
This is an in-person role based at our South Burlington, VT office, with occasional travel to project sites, other ReArch offices, and company meetings or events.