Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

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We are a 100% employee‑owned, family‑run heavy civil construction company that self‑performs underground utility installation, earthwork, and concrete work. With a strong reputation for integrity and quality craftsmanship, we are committed to building infrastructure that lasts and investing in the people who help build it.

We’re currently seeking an experienced Controller to oversee and lead the financial operations of our underground civil construction business. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, effective job cost management, and strategic financial planning to support long‑term company growth.

• Oversee all day‑to‑day accounting operations including A/R, A/P, payroll, job cost accounting, and general ledger activity
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Perform variance analysis on budgets, estimates, and actuals and communicate insights to leadership and project teams
• Develop and maintain a chart of accounts tailored to underground and heavy civil construction operations

• Support the annual budgeting process
• Assist with cash flow forecasting, revenue projections, and bonding capacity analysis
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning and long‑range financial modeling

• Establish and maintain internal accounting controls to safeguard company assets
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and construction industry requirements
• Oversee audits, review financial workflows, and implement process improvements
• Manage insurance reporting, equipment capitalization, depreciation schedules, and tax filings

• Oversee and optimize job costing systems and processes
• Manage subcontractor compliance including certificates of insurance, lien waivers, and billings
• Review and approve progress billings, pay applications, change orders, and retention
• Ensure accurate tracking of equipment usage, rentals, fuel costs, and fleet‑related expenses
• Assist with bonding, prequalification statements, and financial packages for public and private bids

• Support project managers with financial insight, cost control strategies, and real‑time job performance data
• Lead and mentor accounting staff and support financial literacy across the organization
• Collaborate closely with operations, estimating, and executive leadership teams
• Communicate proactively with banks, CPA firms, insurance providers, and bonding companies

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Ownership – ESOP Participation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sick Leave

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in construction (heavy civil or underground preferred)
• Strong understanding of job costing, WIP schedules, percent‑complete accounting, and project billing
• Experience with construction accounting software (Viewpoint/Vista, Foundation, Sage 300, CMiC, or similar)
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and construction industry compliance standards
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate financial information clearly

• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification
• Experience in underground utilities, excavation, trenching, or heavy civil infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with bidding processes, bonding requirements, and public works compliance
• Experience with equipment cost allocation and fleet management

Kinkaid Civil Construction (“KCC”) does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or submissions from external recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies without a valid, written, and fully executed service agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of KCC, and KCC expressly reserves the right to pursue and hire any such candidate without obligation, financial or otherwise, to the submitting party.

No placement fees will be paid for unsolicited referrals or submissions.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries:
Construction

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