Controller-Commercial Construction
- Chicago, IL, United States
$125,000 to $190,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $125,000 to $190,000 USD / year
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- Experience
- 5+ years of accounting leadership experience within construction
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Construction Controller
A well-established, family-owned General Contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Controller to join its leadership team. With second-generation ownership, a strong reputation in the market, and a stable pipeline of work, this company offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative, family-oriented culture.
The Controller will oversee all accounting and financial operations, providing accurate reporting, supporting project teams, and helping guide the company's continued growth.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations
- Prepare monthly internal financial statements and management reports
- Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash flow management
- Monitor project financial performance and collaborate with operations teams
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain and improve accounting controls, procedures, and reporting systems
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Coordinate with external CPA firms, auditors, and financial partners
- Support executive leadership with financial analysis and decision-making
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of accounting leadership experience within construction
- Strong understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, project accounting, and construction financials
- Experience with Sage 300 required
- Procore experience strongly preferred
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work closely with ownership and operations teams in a collaborative environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
- 100% employer-paid health insurance
- Full benefits package
- Paid time off and holidays
- Long-term stability with a respected family-owned contractor
- Opportunity to work directly with ownership and influence company growth
APPLY TODAY: megan.cantone@gogpac.com
More about this job
Skills
- Reporting
- Financial statements
- General ledger
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Payroll
- Month-end close
- Budget management
- Forecasting
- Financial planning
- CPA
- Financial analysis
- Decision making
- Regulatory compliance
- Leadership
- Procore
- Communication skills