Controller

Job Details

The Controller is a strategic finance leader responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, cash management, job costing, and operational finance functions for a heavy civil construction organization. This role partners closely with executive leadership and operations to drive financial performance, improve processes, manage risk, and support continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting and finance team.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement, accountability, and financial discipline across the organization.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Deliver executive reporting packages including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, WIP schedules, and job cost analysis.
• Manage rolling cash forecasts and monitor key financial performance indicators.
• Improve accounting processes, controls, and financial workflows.
• Optimize Vista by Viewpoint configuration, reporting, and integrations with project management systems.
• Lead technology initiatives that improve financial visibility and operational efficiency.
• Oversee construction accounting and job costing:
• Job costing
• WIP reporting
• SC 606 revenue recognition
• Cash flow management.
• Ensure accurate fleet and equipment costs are reflected in project reporting.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibility
• Prior experience with heavy civil, marine, infrastructure, or similar construction industry
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting:
• Job costing
• WIP reporting,
• SC 606 revenue recognition
• Cash flow management.
• Vista by Viewpoint required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or CCIFP certification preferred.
• Vista by Viewpoint implementation experience

Benefits Package

• Medical / dental / vision insurance
• 401(k) + match
• PTO + holiday pay

Why Join Us?

• Established construction company
• Growing organization
• Leadership position