Controller

We are looking for a Controller to lead accounting operations and provide thoughtful financial guidance for the business in Honolulu, Hawaii. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can manage core financial activities with precision while also contributing to planning, analysis, and operational decision-making. The role offers an opportunity to shape reporting practices, strengthen controls, and grow into broader financial leadership over time. Preference will be given to Hawaii residents due to the onsite nature of this role. To apply, please call Melissa at 808.452.0254.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full close cycle on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure timely and reliable financial results.
• Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger and deliver financial statements and management reports that support informed business decisions.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance analyses to help leadership evaluate results, trends, and future financial expectations.
• Manage cash position, banking activity, and internal controls to protect assets and support healthy liquidity.
• Administer payroll and coordinate tax-related activities, including Hawaii General Excise Tax compliance, in partnership with external advisors when needed.
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to review job costs, profitability, spending patterns, and areas of financial risk.
• Lead and support accounting personnel by providing direction, coaching, and development opportunities.
• Recommend and implement improvements to financial processes, reporting workflows, and technology usage, including practical automation tools where appropriate.
• Support insurance administration, bonding requirements, and other finance-related compliance obligations while building expertise in these areas.
• Work closely with current financial leadership during the transition period and gradually take on expanded responsibility for strategy, reporting, and organizational planning.
• At least 5 years of accounting or finance experience within a construction, general contracting, or similar project-based environment.
• Strong command of financial reporting, general ledger management, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Experience overseeing payroll, tax compliance, cash management, and related financial operations.
• Ability to balance leadership responsibilities with direct involvement in day-to-day accounting activities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with operational and project leadership.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to guide teams through process improvements and change.
• Construction accounting experience is highly preferred, including exposure to job cost analysis.
• Familiarity with bonding, insurance administration, and finance technology or AI-enabled tools is a plus.