F Controller, Clear Path to CFO Flowtec Construction Chicago, Illinois On-site
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Accounting
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Family-Owned General Contractor | Clear Path to CFO We're partnered with a well-established, family-owned General Contractor that's looking to add a Controller to its leadership team in Elmhurst, IL . This is more than a Controller opportunity- it's a chance to join a company with a defined succession plan . Leadership is looking for someone who wants to learn the business, become a trusted financial partner, and ultimately step into the CFO role as part of the company's long-term vision.
With 50+ years in business , this General Contractor has earned an outstanding reputation throughout the Chicagoland market by delivering quality projects, building lasting client relationships, and maintaining a culture centered around integrity and teamwork. The company continues to enjoy a strong backlog of work and is well-positioned for future growth. Their portfolio is anchored by light industrial construction , while also delivering projects across healthcare, commercial, education, office interiors, and other specialty markets .
Every project is located throughout the Chicagoland area , providing long-term stability without the complexity of a national footprint.
- Lead the accounting and finance functions for the organization
- Oversee monthly financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Manage WIP reporting, job costing, and construction financials
- Partner with ownership and operations to provide financial insight and support strategic decision-making
- Oversee the accounting team while improving processes and internal controls
- Play a key role in the company's long-term financial planning and continued growth
- Prepare for a planned transition into the CFO position
- Controller or Assistant Controller experience within the construction industry
- Strong understanding of job costing, WIP schedules, and construction accounting
- Experience leading an accounting team
- Strategic mindset with the ability to partner c
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