Construction Financial Controller

Construction Financial Controller

Buildlabs Custom LLC

Austin, Texas
• Full-Time
• In-Person

Buildlabs Custom LLC is a luxury custom home builder specializing in high‑end residential construction with a focus on craftsmanship, innovation, operational excellence, and advanced building technology. Our work combines sophisticated design, premium construction standards, and a collaborative team culture to deliver exceptional custom homes throughout the Hamptons and expanding markets to other regions.

As our company continues to grow, we are seeking a highly organized, financially driven, and construction‑experienced Construction Financial Controller to join our leadership team in Austin, Texas.

This is a key position responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, construction accounting systems, payroll oversight, job costing, and financial reporting across multiple company entities and locations.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations across multiple company entities and locations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and financial integrity
• Assist leadership with budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial planning
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, insurance representatives, and tax professionals
• Utilize and oversee accounting systems including Quick Books and related financial reporting platforms

• Oversee project-based accounting, budgeting, and job costing systems
• Monitor project budgets, commitments, subcontractor costs, purchase orders, and project financial performance
• Manage Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) reporting and construction financial reporting
• Ensure accurate allocation of labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment, and overhead costs to projects
• Review contracts, schedules of values, change orders, and billing structures for financial accuracy
• Oversee and coordinate AIA billing processes and related financial documentation
• Work closely with Project Managers and Operations teams to maintain accurate project financial data within Procore and related construction management systems

• Oversee payroll coordination and payroll-related financial controls across multiple company locations and entities
• Review payroll reporting, labor allocations, project coding accuracy, and payroll-related financial reporting
• Ensure payroll expenses are accurately reflected within job costing and accounting systems
• Coordinate with HR, accounting, and operations teams regarding employee classifications, timekeeping accuracy, PTO tracking, overtime monitoring, labor cost reporting, and payroll compliance requirements
• Assist with implementation and oversight of payroll and workforce management systems including Quick Books Time, ADP, and related payroll software platforms
• Support payroll audits, labor reporting requirements, and operational accountability systems

• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Site Supervisors, HR, and company leadership
• Help establish and improve financial controls, operational procedures, and workflow efficiency
• Support multi‑location financial coordination between offices, field operations, and accounting teams
• Assist with implementation and oversight of construction technology and management systems including Procore, Quick Books, payroll and timekeeping systems, document management and reporting platforms
• Develop and maintain organized financial and operational reporting systems
• Participate in KPI‑based operational performance and accountability initiatives

• Supervise accounting and financial support personnel
• Assist with training, workflow development, and operational accountability
• Promote professionalism, responsiveness, accuracy, and collaboration throughout the organization
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold company standards throughout all financial operations

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of accounting or…