Job Description
A well-established and growing contracting firm in the Southeast is conducting a search for a Controller to support continued growth and financial rigor across the organization.
This role will report directly to senior leadership and will be responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and job-cost accounting processes. The organization is intentionally seeking candidates with a public accounting background , particularly those trained in audit.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) / percentage-of-completion accounting
- Oversee job cost accounting, revenue recognition, and margin analysis
- Coordinate audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors
- Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards
- Partner with operations and leadership to provide financial insight and analysis
- Support process improvement and scaling of accounting systems and procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
- CPA preferred
- 3–7 years of public accounting experience , ideally audit
- Experience transitioning from public accounting to industry is acceptable
- Prior experience in construction or contractor accounting strongly preferred
- WIP accounting experience required
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively with non-accounting stakeholders
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