We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a family-focused organization in Austin, Texas. This role will oversee financial reporting, compliance, operational accounting, and internal controls while providing reliable insight to leadership and project teams. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on construction industry expertise, and the ability to strengthen processes while guiding day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly and annual close cycle, producing accurate consolidated financial results within established deadlines.• Create financial statements and management reporting packages that support executive and ownership decision-making.• Oversee ledger integrity by reviewing reconciliations, consolidation activity, and intercompany balancing across related entities.• Manage construction revenue accounting, including percentage-of-completion calculations, contract reporting, and profitability analysis by project.• Administer fixed asset, lease, and debt accounting activities, including depreciation, amortization, covenant tracking, and required lender reporting.• Lead tax and regulatory compliance efforts, including sales and use tax filings, franchise tax coordination, and other required financial submissions.• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and surety partners, while preparing schedules and supporting documentation for audits.• Supervise accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, collections, payroll review, and inventory-related accounting to maintain accurate transactional processing.• Develop accounting staff, reinforce internal controls, and refine policies, procedures, and system usage to improve accuracy and efficiency.• Partner with operations and project leadership on job costing, financial analysis, reporting needs, and process improvements supported by advanced Excel modeling.

• Active CPA license in good standing. • At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3 or more years in a Controller or comparable senior leadership role. • Strong background in construction accounting, including percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and contract schedule oversight under ASC 606. • Solid command of U.S. GAAP, including lease accounting under ASC 842 and fixed asset accounting practices. • Proven success managing month-end and year-end close activities and coordinating external audit engagements. • Experience working with integrated ERP or accounting platforms, preferably within a construction environment. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial modeling. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

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Austin, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a family-focused organization in Austin, Texas. This role will oversee financial reporting, compliance, operational accounting, and internal controls while providing reliable insight to leadership and project teams. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on construction industry expertise, and the ability to strengthen processes while guiding day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly and annual close cycle, producing accurate consolidated financial results within established deadlines.• Create financial statements and management reporting packages that support executive and ownership decision-making.• Oversee ledger integrity by reviewing reconciliations, consolidation activity, and intercompany balancing across related entities.• Manage construction revenue accounting, including percentage-of-completion calculations, contract reporting, and profitability analysis by project.• Administer fixed asset, lease, and debt accounting activities, including depreciation, amortization, covenant tracking, and required lender reporting.• Lead tax and regulatory compliance efforts, including sales and use tax filings, franchise tax coordination, and other required financial submissions.• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and surety partners, while preparing schedules and supporting documentation for audits.• Supervise accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, collections, payroll review, and inventory-related accounting to maintain accurate transactional processing.• Develop accounting staff, reinforce internal controls, and refine policies, procedures, and system usage to improve accuracy and efficiency.• Partner with operations and project leadership on job costing, financial analysis, reporting needs, and process improvements supported by advanced Excel modeling.
2026-07-26T00:00:00Z

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