Financial Controller

Overview

Don Tankersley Construction (DTC), based in Portland, Oregon, is a boutique general contracting firm specializing in high‑end custom residential projects. Founded by Don Tankersley in 1992, the company has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, meticulous project management, and deep collaboration with respected architects and interior designers, and discerning clients over the last three decades.

With a portfolio that includes new custom builds, full‑home remodels, and intricate additions, the firm is known for delivering highly refined projects that reflect thoughtful design and enduring quality.

What sets DTC apart is its attention to exacting detail and its commitment to both the integrity of design and the experience of the client. From early budgeting and scope definition to seamless execution, the team brings precision, transparency, and professionalism to every phase of a project. Their strong relationships with leading Pacific Northwest architects and artisans support a collaborative process that results in beautiful, functional, and timeless spaces.

We’re looking for a hands‑on, confident finance leader who can help guide our company through a period of growth and change. In this role, you’ll own everything from the day‑to‑day accounting work to big‑picture financial strategy. You’ll be part of the executive leadership team, working closely with development, project teams, and operations to keep the business running smoothly and financially strong.

If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and being the “go‑to” person for all things finance, you’ll feel right at home here.

• Work with leadership to set financial direction and contribute to major company decisions.
• Identify risks & opportunities for profitability and performance improvement.
• Build and improve financial dashboards, models, and reports to support business decisions.
• Foster relationships across the company and explain financial concepts in a way that makes sense to everyone.
• Long‑term financial planning (multi‑year forecasts, capital planning, cash‑flow projections).
• Scenario modeling for growth, hiring, pipeline changes, and margin variability.
• Guidance on pricing strategy beyond project budgets—company wide rate structures, margin targets, markup philosophy.

• Run daily, monthly, and annual accounting functions: AP/AR, payroll, tax compliance, month‑end close, financial statements, and manage cash flow.
• Serve as the primary liaison for auditors, vendors, clients, and regulatory bodies for all things financial.
• WIP reporting (work‑in‑progress schedules) and revenue recognition.
• Proactive project financial risk management (early warning indicators).

• Partner with project teams on billing, job costing, expense tracking, and documentation.
• Expense tracking (margin protection, documentation alignment).
• Support operations with data, reports, and financial guidance to drive profitability and accuracy.
• Set project pricing policies and review pre‑construction budgets.
• Financial systems ownership (QBO administration, integrations, upgrades).
• ERP/job‑cost system implementation or optimization if you plan to move beyond Quick Books.
• Process automation (AP automation, billing workflows).

• Create or update internal controls, financial policies, risk‑management practices and SOPs.
• Maintain organized, accurate records.
• Oversee contracts, vendor compliance, insurance audits, and monthly/quarterly/annual tax reporting.
• Collaborate with and be the primary contact for outside legal, tax, and insurance professionals as needed.
• Insurance renewals & risk reviews.
• Contract reviews for financial terms, risk language, indemnification, and payment schedules.
• AIA billing standards, and compliance documents.

• Workforce planning support (hiring cost impact, Trade Partner vs. employee analysis).

• Jump in to help team members when needed—no job is “too small” here.
• Foster a collaborative, positive team environment and maintain effective…