Controller

We are seeking a Controller to serve as a financial anchor. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for turning complex job activity into clean, reliable financial data. You will lead the accounting team and ensure financial systems - specifically Sage 300 - reflect reality.

Key Responsibilities

• System Integrity: Own the accuracy of Sage 300, WIP, and job cost reports; identify and correct errors in AP, AR, and payroll.

• Cash Flow Management: Monitor balances, advise ownership on risks/lines of credit, and ensure all obligations are met without surprises.

• Compliance & Risk: Manage tax filings, bank covenants, and lender audits. Review contracts for risk and strictly control lien waiver issuance.

• Team Leadership: Provide direction and accountability for AP, AR, Billing, and Payroll. Conduct regular performance reviews and process coaching.

• Executive Reporting: Produce monthly financial packages and maintain an executive dashboard to guide ownership in decision-making.

Qualifications

• Experience: Significant experience in construction or project-based accounting at a Controller or Senior Manager level.

• Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of Sage 300 CRE, job costing, WIP, and percentage-of-completion concepts.

• Financial Oversight: Strong understanding of cash flow, bank covenants, and tax compliance.

• Contract Literacy: Ability to interpret contract/waiver language and explain financial risks.

• Leadership: Proven ability to hold staff to high standards while maintaining a culture of trust.

Local, commutable candidates apply. Reports to CFO (owner)