We are looking for a hands-on Controller with five plus years of construction industry experience to lead accounting operations and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for our Indianapolis, Indiana team. This role blends day-to-day execution with leadership oversight, supporting core accounting activities while guiding accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to strengthen controls, improve reporting, and support financial decision-making across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
- Maintain the general ledger and monitor account activity to ensure balances are complete, accurate, and properly supported.
- Prepare audit-ready schedules, financial notes, and supporting documentation while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as needed.
- Oversee daily accounting operations across receivables, payables, and payroll, stepping in directly when workflow demands increase.
- Review banking activity, fixed asset records, accruals, and other key transactions to keep accounting records current and reliable.
- Partner with teams across the business to investigate variances, resolve accounting issues, and promote overall financial health.
- Develop, enforce, and refine internal controls, processing standards, and compliance practices aligned with local, state, and federal requirements.
- Coach accounting staff on reporting discipline, process consistency, and accountability while helping improve team performance.
- Identify opportunities to enhance financial systems, increase project profitability, support revenue strategies, and reduce costs through better operational insight.
- Participate in special projects and provide financial guidance during planning discussions, reviews, and leadership meetings.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
- 5-7 years of experience in accounting or financial management within a construction or project-based environment.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger management, reconciliations, and internal control practices.
- Ability to analyze large volumes of financial data with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using accounting, document management, or collaboration platforms.
- Excellent organizational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Self-directed work style with the initiative to manage priorities independently and collaborate effectively with others.