Controller, Management, Accounting Manager

Description

Robert Half is partnering with a leading construction company in Sonoma County to identify an experienced Construction Controller to join their team. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all financial operations, driving process improvements, and supporting strategic decision‑making as the company continues to grow. The ideal candidate brings strong construction industry experience, deep knowledge of job cost accounting, and a proven ability to lead a high‑performing accounting team.

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Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

+ Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with industry standards.

+ Lead the preparation, review, and maintenance of all financial records.

+ Manage forecasting processes, including annual budgets, cash flow planning, and long‑range projections.

+ Approve and maintain the chart of accounts to ensure clear and effective financial tracking.

Job Costing & Analysis

+ Conduct detailed analysis of job costs, labor, equipment, and overhead.

+ Provide actionable insights to project managers and leadership to support decision-making and improve profitability.

+ Monitor financial performance across projects and identify variances proactively.

Leadership & Team Management

+ Lead and mentor the accounting team, ensuring strong performance and clear departmental structure.

+ Establish best practices within the accounting function and drive continuous process improvement.

+ Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, project management, and executive leadership.

Internal Controls & Compliance

+ Develop, implement, and enforce robust internal controls to protect the organization's financial integrity.

+ Oversee debt compliance and maintain relationships with lenders, banks, and external partners.

+ Ensure accounting systems and software are optimized to support efficient operations.

Strategic Support

+ Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

+ Partner with leadership to drive operational efficiency and support long‑term growth initiatives.

+ Evaluate and refine accounting processes to enhance accuracy, scalability, and performance.

Requirements

+ Minimum of five years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management, ideally within the construction industry.

+ Strong proficiency in core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger management, and month‑end close.

+ Solid understanding of GAAP, including accrual accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

+ Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support strategic decision‑making.

+ Familiarity with construction‑specific accounting practices, including job costing and work‑in‑progress (WIP) reporting.

+ Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while driving departmental efficiency.

+ Experience ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.

+ Strong technical aptitude with accounting systems and software, with the ability to streamline processes and improve operational workflows.

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