Controller

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and financial reporting
• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company financial policies

Job Costing & Project Accounting

• Manage and maintain accurate job costing systems across all projects
• Oversee Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, including revenue recognition and cost tracking
• Partner with project managers to review project financial performance, budgets, and forecasts
• Analyze job profitability and provide actionable insights to leadership

Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategy

• Develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts aligned with company goals
• Provide financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial health of the business
• Identify risks and opportunities within project pipelines and overall operations

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
• Implement and improve accounting systems, controls, and workflows
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, estimating, and executive leadership

Compliance & Controls

• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with all financial regulations
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and external reporting requirements
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and financial partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 7–15+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in construction or mechanical contracting
• Strong expertise in job costing, WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project-based financials
• Experience managing accounting teams in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
• Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Sage 300, Viewpoint, Foundation, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner with both finance and operations teams

Preferred Experience

• Background in HVAC, plumbing, or industrial mechanical contracting
• Experience with multi-project, high-revenue construction environments
• CPA or CMA certification