Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Controller

Salary: Up to $130k DOE Base + Bonus

• Highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the CFO with exposure to ownership and the PE sponsor
• Opportunity to step into a growing company where leadership is eager to modernize systems and improve reporting processes
• Hands‑on role with strong influence over project costing, WIP reporting, and operational profitability initiatives
• Ability to partner closely with project managers, estimators, and executive leadership to drive financial performance across active construction projects
• Key role in implementing process improvements and enhancing financial controls within a stable, established organization
• Exposure to private equity‑backed operations through reporting collaboration with Northern Lakes Capital
• Strong bonus potential with performance incentives tied to company and individual results
• Direct access to ownership and executive decision‑making with a streamlined interview process

• Lead all accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for a construction business
• Oversee job cost accounting across active projects, including labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment, and overhead allocation
• Prepare and analyze monthly WIP schedules, including earned revenue, percent‑complete calculations, over/under billings, and gross profit tracking
• Manage percentage‑of‑completion (POC) revenue recognition in accordance with construction industry GAAP and ASC 606
• Partner with project managers and estimators on project budgets, cost tracking, variance analysis, and profitability reporting
• Drive month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Prepare executive‑level reporting including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reporting, and operational dashboards
• Oversee AP/AR processes including retainage tracking, lien waivers, subcontractor compliance, and certified payroll support
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and banking/line‑of‑credit reporting activities
• Design and improve internal controls, accounting workflows, and reporting systems to support company growth and operational efficiency
• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax advisors, and compliance requirements

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 5 years in construction, contracting, or restoration accounting environments
• Proven hands‑on expertise with job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and percentage‑of‑completion revenue recognition
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience strongly preferred
• Strong background partnering with operations and project management teams in a fast‑paced construction environment
• Experience improving systems, implementing process changes, and operating in a hands‑on accounting leadership role
• Proficiency with construction accounting software such as Sage 100/300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, Foundation, Procore Financials, or similar platforms
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis/modeling
• Strong understanding of construction GAAP, ASC 606, and long‑term contract accounting
• CPA or CMA preferred but not required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

• Fully onsite role based in East Haven, CT
• Current accounting responsibilities are being handled by the CFO and existing bookkeeper due to increasing workload demands
• Leadership is specifically seeking a hands‑on individual contributor who can improve systems and processes rather than a purely high‑level manager
• Interview process includes an initial Teams meeting with the CFO followed by an onsite meeting with company ownership
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available, and the company offers a 401(k) retirement plan

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not…