Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Description

We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide the financial direction of a growing residential construction organization. This position combines strategic oversight with day-to-day leadership across planning, reporting, cash management, and operational analysis. The Controller will work closely with executive and field leadership to strengthen profitability, improve visibility into project performance, and support disciplined business growth.

Responsibilities:

- Direct the company's finance and accounting activities, including close processes, ledger accuracy, management reporting, forecasting, and annual planning.

- Produce timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements, along with analysis that highlights trends, risks, and opportunities.

- Oversee project-based financial tracking such as job costing, revenue recognition, backlog reporting, and gross margin performance across residential construction work.

- Collaborate with leaders in operations, purchasing, and executive management to assess project results, monitor spending patterns, and improve financial outcomes.

- Manage cash planning, working capital priorities, and banking relationships to ensure the business is well positioned for ongoing operations and expansion.

- Strengthen financial governance by maintaining effective internal controls, consistent accounting practices, and reliable reporting procedures.

- Lead audit preparation, support tax and lender reporting requirements, and help ensure compliance with applicable financial standards and regulations.

- Build models and scenario analyses that inform strategic decisions, operational improvements, and long-range planning.

- Coach and develop finance team members while setting clear expectations and promoting accountability across the function.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

- 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including leadership of teams or major business functions.

- Background in construction, homebuilding, real estate development, or another project-driven industry is strongly preferred.

- Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow oversight, financial reporting, and variance analysis.

- Strong understanding of job costing, revenue recognition, and project financial performance measurement.

- Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and accounting or financial management systems.

- Proficiency with tools such as Quick Books Online, Buildertrend, or similar business systems is beneficial.

- Effective communication, leadership, and business partnership skills with the ability to turn financial data into practical recommendations.

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