Regional Controller

Regional Controller at The State Group

The State Group’s family of companies is experiencing exponential growth through investing in our people, innovation, and technology. Since 1961, our 3,500+ professionals in North America have provided comprehensive multi‑trade industrial contracting services that include Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil on a single‑source basis. We have tremendous opportunities for driven leaders looking for a high‑energy career.

Due to our exponential growth, The State Group is seeking a Regional Controller. This position can be located at our office in either Cleveland, OH or Louisville, KY.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Regional Controller is responsible for managing accounting operations and creating financial statements for multiple locations up to a total of $400M gross revenue in the US. This position maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures and ensures compliance with an established system of controls over financial and accounting transactions to minimize risk.

The Regional Controller is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting and operational functions; and managing the performance of direct reports.

• This position is an integral part of our success and provides opportunities for career advancement.
• 100% PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Monthly vehicle allowance and gas card.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Competitive compensation, annual pay increases, and bonuses.
• State embraces and encourages workplace diversity.

• Maintain and continuously improve financial systems to ensure the accuracy of information.
• Manage the completion of periodic financial reports and ensure the reported results comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and other internally established controls and policies.
• Recommend metrics and benchmarks to measure operations and financial performance.
• Collaborate with divisional operations to review results, WIP, and financials; and complete the annual forecast and budget by division for a specific region.
• Support the Group VP in strategic reviews and operational improvements.
• Provide financial analysis and variances for the operations team, VP, Finance, and CFO.
• Work with external auditors to resolve issues and complete scheduled audits.
• File quarterly and annual reports as required.

• 7+ years of construction industry or a project‑based accounting background required.
• Experience supervising and developing direct reports.
• College Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and financial reporting software.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work varied and additional hours during closing and budgeting periods.
• CPA preferred but not required.

To learn more about The State Group, visit our website at

The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email .

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Construction