Assistant Controller

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$75,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

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Job Description

Compensation: $75,000–$90,000/year | Full-Time | On-Site

Position Summary:

Kodiak Labor Solutions is partnering with Airtemp
, a respected mechanical contractor in Westbrook, Maine
, to add an Assistant Controller to their growing accounting team. This newly created position supports future succession planning
, offering a clear 2–3 year growth path to Controller
.

The Assistant Controller will handle the day-to-day accounting operations that keep the business running smoothly — from construction billing and project job setup to change order tracking
, reconciliations
, and month-end close
. You’ll also oversee payroll for 66 employees and maintain a strong connection between project management and accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage A/R billing for construction projects and maintain job cost accuracy.
• Set up new jobs in the accounting system, ensuring budgets and codes are correct.
• Process change orders and update project financials as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end close
  , including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Administer bi-weekly payroll for approximately 66 employees.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and leadership to maintain timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Assist the Controller with audits, process improvements, and financial analysis.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of construction accounting experience (mechanical, electrical, or GC preferred).
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and WIP reporting.
• Proficiency with Sage
  , Viewpoint
  , or other ERP accounting systems.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and general ledger principles.
• Experience processing payroll for mid-sized teams (50+ employees).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; detail-oriented and dependable.

Why This Role Matters:

This is a rare opportunity to join a stable, employee-focused construction company in a succession-focused finance role
. You’ll be mentored by experienced leadership and positioned for future growth to Controller as the company continues expanding across Maine and New England.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Construction

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