We are looking for a skilled and proactive Controller to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and contribute to strategic decision-making. This position requires strong expertise in construction accounting and a hands-on approach to managing financial processes within a dynamic, growing environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee job costing, percentage of completion accounting, and detailed financial reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to support scalability and organizational growth. • Manage cash flow effectively, anticipating potential challenges and addressing them proactively. • Provide detailed financial oversight for projects, including budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis. • Ensure the organization is prepared for tax filings, audits, and compliance requirements. • Supervise and lead an accounting team of approximately five staff members, fostering their growth and development. • Collaborate on strategic financial planning while remaining hands-on in day-to-day operations. • Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and construction costs to maintain financial transparency. • Drive improvements in processes and systems to support organizational efficiency.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction accounting or a related field. • Proficiency in job costing, percentage of completion accounting, and work-in-progress tracking. • Solid understanding of financial reporting and compliance requirements. • Demonstrated ability to manage cash flow and prevent financial surprises. • Experience in overseeing project-level budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting teams. • Strong strategic thinking skills coupled with a hands-on approach. • Familiarity with tax, audit readiness, and compliance processes.

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Charlotte, NC
onsite
Permanent
150000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled and proactive Controller to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and contribute to strategic decision-making. This position requires strong expertise in construction accounting and a hands-on approach to managing financial processes within a dynamic, growing environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee job costing, percentage of completion accounting, and detailed financial reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to support scalability and organizational growth. • Manage cash flow effectively, anticipating potential challenges and addressing them proactively. • Provide detailed financial oversight for projects, including budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis. • Ensure the organization is prepared for tax filings, audits, and compliance requirements. • Supervise and lead an accounting team of approximately five staff members, fostering their growth and development. • Collaborate on strategic financial planning while remaining hands-on in day-to-day operations. • Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and construction costs to maintain financial transparency. • Drive improvements in processes and systems to support organizational efficiency.
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