Controller

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Job description

Controller Opportunity - Construction Industry

Location: Newington, CT
Compensation: $95-120K

Are you an experienced financial leader with a background in construction? We have an exciting opportunity for a Controller to join a growing organization in the construction sector. This is a key role for someone with deep financial expertise and a passion for the unique challenges of construction accounting.

As the Controller, you'll be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and driving financial performance within a construction-focused environment. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in fast-paced industries and is ready to contribute to the financial health and growth of a dynamic company.

Why You Should Apply:

• Industry-Specific Leadership: Use your expertise as a Controller in construction to lead financial operations that are crucial to project success.
• Impactful Role: Play a key part in strategic decision-making, directly influencing financial outcomes.
• Growth Opportunity: Join a company that offers long-term stability and opportunities for career advancement.
• Hands-On Training: Work in a role where you'll have direct involvement in managing project finances, contracts, and budgets in the construction field.
• Growth Opportunity: Our client is willing to train anyone to be successful in this Controller position. You do NOT need to have been a previous controller in order to apply!
• Flexible hourly schedule
• Tenured staff in Accounting and Finance
• 13 Paid holidays, 15 days of PTO to start with 2 days added each year until you reach 35

Our client is seeking a Controller who is passionate about financial management in construction and ready to bring their skills to a company that values leadership and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, including job costing, percentage-of-completion, and WIP reports.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Key Duties:

• Oversee all accounting and financial functions, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including project-specific financials, WIP reports, and job cost analysis.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, budgets, and forecasting for ongoing construction projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and executive leadership to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and construction-specific accounting standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all financial processes.

Apply now for this Controller opportunity and bring your construction accounting expertise to a company that values leadership, precision, and industry experience!

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