Our client is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations and provide dependable financial oversight for a growing construction organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This position will guide the close process, strengthen reporting accuracy, and deliver insight into project performance, cash activity, and overall financial results. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to improve processes that support both daily operations and long-term business decisions. Candidates ready to "level-up" into their first Controller position are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities to deliver complete and accurate financial results on schedule.
- Review key accounting entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation, fixed assets, and other non-routine adjustments, to maintain reliable records.
- Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure supporting documentation is thorough, timely, and audit-ready.
- Produce financial statements and management reports that help senior leaders evaluate company performance and make informed decisions.
- Monitor project accounting data, including work-in-progress activity and overbilling or underbilling positions, with close attention to revenue recognition and margin movement.
- Examine financial variances and operating trends, identify underlying drivers, and recommend practical actions to address issues or improve results.
- Strengthen accounting workflows by introducing more efficient reporting methods, better controls, and scalable processes as the business expands.
- Collaborate with finance leadership on automation, dashboards, and standardized reporting to improve visibility, consistency, and decision support.
- Lead and develop accounting staff by setting expectations, reinforcing accountability, and providing coaching that supports team growth.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- At least 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including responsibility for leading people or core accounting functions.
- Strong background in construction or contractor accounting, including project-based financial tracking.
- Experience managing month-end close, financial reporting, and work-in-progress accounting activities.
- Ability to assess financial risks, investigate root causes, and implement practical process improvements.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience with Sage Intacct or a comparable accounting platform, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with accounting teams, operations staff, executives, auditors, and external partners.