Commercial Construction - Controller

Commercial Construction Controller

A growing, multi-division specialty contracting organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for its construction business.

Oversee full financial operations including reporting, payroll, HR, job costing, and internal controls while providing strategic insights to leadership.

Alpharetta, GA (in-office, Monday–Friday).

Hiring immediately to support multi-entity construction operations and executive leadership.

This role ensures financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency, while supporting strategic growth across the organization.

$90,000–$120,000 per year

The Controller will manage all aspects of accounting and finance for a multi-entity construction organization, including financial reporting, payroll, HR oversight, job costing, and internal controls. This role partners closely with leadership to provide actionable insights, support organizational growth, and maintain compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Lead month-end and year-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations

Manage budgets, forecasts, and executive-level reporting

Develop and monitor KPIs and financial analytics for leadership

Oversee AP, AR, General Ledger, and job costing functions

Reconcile bank, credit card, and other financial accounts

Support WIP reporting and project profitability analysis

Attend financial review meetings with operations teams

Coordinate with external auditors and CPAs

Serve as ERP system owner and maintain dashboards and workflows

Lead accounting team training, development, and process improvements

Provide HR oversight including onboarding, performance, compliance, and handbook updates

Manage payroll, benefits, and employee administration ensuring compliance

5+ years of progressive accounting experience (construction industry preferred)

Controller-level leadership experience preferred

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA or HR background a plus)

Strong knowledge of job costing, payroll, AP/AR, and financial reporting

ERP system experience required (Acumatica highly preferred)

Advanced Excel proficiency

Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

High integrity, ownership mindset, and continuous improvement orientation

Competitive base salary: $90,000–$120,000

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid time off and company holidays

401(k) with company match after 90 days

Professional development and advancement opportunities

Stable, growing company with a people-first mission