Assistant Controller; Construction - Plano, TX

Assistant Controller (Construction) - Plano, TX (130k-140k)

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LHH is seeking an Assistant Controller on behalf of a rapidly expanding global organization operating across multiple project-driven business lines. Our client delivers specialized services in areas such as design, construction, and engineered manufacturing solutions for complex, mission-critical infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting leader who brings strong business acumen, construction industry expertise, and a proven track record managing financial operations in a multi-entity environment.

• Lead and supervise accounting and financial reporting activities, including daily accounting operations, weekly payment cycles, month-end, and year-end close
• Oversee accounting and administrative processes for designated business units
• Prepare and analyze financial reports that summarize and forecast business performance, including project progress updates, overhead reports, cash flow forecasts, balance sheets, and income statements
• Perform variance analysis between projected and actual project results on a monthly basis
• Review and validate project accounting reports, ensuring accurate cost tracking, revenue recognition, and expense classifications
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with operations leadership
• Support project teams with estimates, owner billings, and project-level cost report setup and maintenance
• Review weekly A/P payment files, ensuring accuracy and identifying discrepancies related to charges, projects, or potential duplications
• Oversee preparation of rolling 13-week cash forecasts for assigned entities and assist with other forecasts as needed
• Partner with other accounting leaders to ensure consistency in A/P processes and coordination with project accounting
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Lead, mentor, and develop members of the finance and accounting team
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization

• Minimum of five years of financial management experience in a related industry, with at least five years at an Assistant Controller level or higher in a similarly scaled enterprise
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field; MBA preferred but not required
• Construction industry experience required
• Experience in public accounting and/or CPA certification preferred
• Government contracting or manufacturing experience a plus
• International and multi-currency experience beneficial
• Major ERP experience required (Deltek Costpoint, SAP Concur a plus)
• Proficiency with SQL and Business Intelligence tools (e.g., Cognos, Hyperion) a plus
• Experience managing contract, vendor, subcontractor, timekeeping, and expense reporting systems in a project-based environment
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a big-picture perspective
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Director

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Construction

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)