Assistant Controller

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About Forge Constructors

Forge Constructors is a dynamic and growing commercial general contractor delivering high-quality projects with precision, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Our portfolio includes ground-up developments and tenant improvements across diverse commercial sectors. We work closely with property owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to bring visions to life—on time, on budget, and above expectations.

Position Overview

Forge is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of our growing commercial construction business. This role will report directly to the Controller and play a key leadership role in overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, with direct management responsibility for the Project Accountant. The ideal candidate has strong construction accounting experience and is highly detail-oriented. This position is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective job cost tracking, and strong internal controls across all projects.

This position is onsite Monday – Thursday in Addison TX with the option to work from home on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Controller with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls
• Oversee job cost accounting, WIP schedules, cost-to-complete analysis, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
• Review project budgets, forecasts, and variances; monitor job profitability and identify risks
• Manage and mentor the Project Accountant; review project-related AP, AR, pay applications, retainage, and lien waivers
• Partner with Project Managers to resolve billing, cost, and contract-related issues
• Assist with cash flow forecasting, vendor and subcontractor payables, and payment prioritization
• Support audits, tax filings, lender reporting, and compliance with contract, insurance, and bonding requirements
• Drive process improvements and optimize accounting systems and construction ERP tools to support growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• 5–8 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in construction accounting
• Prior experience in a commercial general contracting environment strongly preferred
• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting, WIP schedules, and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Proficiency in Sage 300 CRE construction accounting software
• Advanced Excel skills

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Construction

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• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave

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