Full-Time Fractional Controller for Construction Industry Clients

Vessel Advisors · Boise, ID · Yesterday

Accounting$95k/yrFull-time

Position Summary

The Controller position at Vessel Advisors will support and report to the VP of Operations of Vessel Advisors and report to clients on a weekly and/or monthly basis as needed. The position will be responsible for providing financial expertise and guidance to clients, helping them to improve their financial performance and achieve their business goals. This includes but is not limited to financial discovery assessments, process improvements, accounting clean-up, budgeting and forecasting, etc. Additionally, the position involves providing financial services to multiple clients concurrently in a fractional capacity. The Controller will take ownership of the client’s existing financial processes and recommend and implement best practices. The Controller will oversee internal and external staff, as well as client staff, as needed.

What We’re Looking For

Industry Expertise: You have experience as a Controller for growing companies specifically in the Construction and Real Estate Development industries. Do not apply without relevant Construction industry experience.
Financing Mastery: Deep expertise in construction financing and the management of bank draws on construction loans is vital for this role; you must ensure timely and accurate spend reporting to support these draws.
Project Proficiency: You are experienced in managing complex project-level financials, including Work in Progress (WIP) schedules, budget-to-actual job cost performance, and labor allocation.
Tech Forward: You are a cloud-based software expert. Ideally, you have experience in system migrations (e.g., Foundation to Deltek ComputerEase) and are proficient in Sage Intacct, Procore, and Bill.com. In addition, you are familiar with Google Workspace, Zoom, Slack, and other project management tools.
Complex Oversight: You are capable of managing finance and accounting operations across a multi-entity fund structure, including oversight for outsourced payroll functions across multiple states.
Remote Ready: You have at least three years of experience in a remote role and maintain an organized, professional workspace for virtual video meetings.

Requirements

Experience: 8+ years as a Chief Accounting Officer or Controller in Private Business.
Software: 8+ years of financial software experience (Sage Intacct and Quickbooks required; Deltek ComputerEase, Procore, and BuilderTrend are a plus).
Specialized Knowledge: Expertise in construction-specific accounting methods (Percentage of Completion Method/PCM).
Financial Strategy: Experience in banking partner evaluation and positioning a company for credit facility or Line of Credit (LOC) eligibility.
Communication: 95% of our communication is Slack, or email-based; you must be an excellent written and verbal communicator.

Location

USA - Fully Remote
Working Arrangement, Hours (approx. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in your time zone), or as needed to meet client and Vessel corporate team needs.
Client needs vary and can require occasional after-hours meetings and/or work to meet deadlines.
Maintain an organized remote working station, a controlled audio environment, and business casual dress for virtual video client meetings.
Daily access to a strong internet connection (minimum 100+ Mbps upload, 30+ Mbps download)

Benefits