Controller

The Controller will oversee the company's accounting and finance functions, including financial reporting, job costing, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, cash management, HR, and project financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction accounting, preferably with an electrical, mechanical, or other specialty contractor. You should understand POC accounting and how project performance, labor costs, material costs, change orders, retainage, billing, collections, and work-in-progress affect the overall financial health of a construction company. This position will work closely with CEO/CFO, project managers, operations, estimating, purchasing, and administrative staff. Requirements Financial Management & Reporting Oversee all day-to-day accounting and financial operationsPrepare accurate monthly financial statements and management reportsProvide ownership with meaningful financial analysis and recommendationsMonitor company profitability, margins, expenses, and financial performance by jobTrack performance against annual budgets and financial forecastsEstablish and monitor financial controls and accounting proceduresManage cash flow forecasting and working capital Construction Accounting & Job Costing Oversee job costing and project financial reportingMonitor project budgets, committed costs, actual costs, and projected costs to completeReview job profitability and identify potential issues before they become significantManage and analyze Work in Progress (WIP) reportingReview percentage-of-completion calculations and revenue recognitionMonitor change orders, contract values, retainage, and project billingWork with project managers to understand project financial performanceIdentify labor, material, subcontractor, and other cost variancesHelp establish financial accountability throughout the project lifecycle Accounts Receivable & Billing Oversee and prepare customer billing and collectionsMonitor accounts receivable aging and cash collectionsReview and prepare monthly pay applications and project billingTrack retainage and outstanding customer balancesWork with project management to resolve billing and collection issuesEstablish procedures to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables Accounts Payable & Purchasing Oversee accounts payable and vendor relationshipsEnsure invoices are properly coded to projects and cost categoriesReview and approve credit card charges to ensure proper coding and expense backupMonitor subcontractor and vendor paymentsMaintain appropriate approval procedures and internal controlsWork with purchasing and operations to monitor material commitments and costsReview, approve, and sign outgoing payments Payroll & Employee Accounting Oversee payroll processing and payroll-related accountingEnsure labor is properly allocated to projects and cost codesCoordinate payroll tax filings and related reportingReview payroll costs and labor trends for project profitability analysis Leadership & Business Support Partner with CEO/CFO and senior management on financial strategyProvide financial guidance to project managers and department leadersDevelop meaningful KPIs and financial dashboardsImprove accounting processes, systems, and internal controlsHelp identify opportunities to improve profitability and operating efficiencySupport banking relationships, insurance requirements, bonding, audits, and tax preparationCoordinate with outside CPA, tax, and financial professionals as neededLead and develop the accounting team Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred5+ years of progressive accounting/financial management experienceMBA, CMA, or CPA preferred but not required based on experienceConstruction accounting experience strongly preferredExperience working for an electrical, mechanical, specialty, or general contractor is highly desirableStrong understanding of job costing and project-based accountingExperience with WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion accountingStrong understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and cash managementExperience preparing and analyzing financial statementsAdvanced Excel skillsExperience with NetSuite accounting systemsExperience with Procore project management systemsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent communication and organizational skillsAbility to work independently while also partnering effectively with operations and project management Preferred Experience Candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Electrical contractingCommercial constructionIndustrial constructionSpecialty contractingConstruction ERP/accounting software NetSuite Procore construction management platformsJob costingWIP reportingPercentage-of-completion accountingBonding and surety requirementsConstruction billing and pay applicationsRetainage and contract accountingProject forecasting What We're Looking For We are looking for more than someone who can close the books. The right Controller will understand the business behind the numbers. You will be expected to identify trends, challenge assumptions, recognize potential project problems, and provide ownership of the information needed to make better decisions. You should be comfortable handling day-to-day accounting transactions while also overseeing and analyzing business and project profitability. This position will have a clear path to VP of Finance and eventually CFO over time. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to become a key member of the leadership team of a successful private equity-backed electrical contracting company. The Controller will have a direct impact on financial performance, project profitability, cash flow, and the continued growth of the business. If you are an experienced construction accounting professional who wants to be involved in the business—not just the books—we would like to hear from you. How To Apply Please submit your resume with salary requirements along with a brief description of your construction accounting experience and contractors you have previously supported. Benefits Competitive salary based on experiencePerformance-based bonus opportunityHealth, dental, and vision benefitsPaid time offRetirement plan / 401(k)Professional growth opportunitiesLeadership role with direct exposure to ownership