<p>Our client, a growing construction-related organization, is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Controller</strong> to provide hands-on leadership across accounting, financial reporting, project accounting, and operational finance. This onsite role (in the Columbia, TN, area) will oversee day-to-day accounting activities while partnering with leadership to monitor project performance, manage cash flow, support forecasting, and improve financial visibility across multiple ongoing projects.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in <strong>construction accounting</strong>, including expertise with <strong>work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, job costing, project profitability analysis, subcontractor management, and revenue recognition</strong>.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions during the interim engagement.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Manage WIP reporting, job cost tracking, and project profitability analysis.</li><li>Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Partner with operations and project managers to identify cost overruns, margin risks, and financial opportunities.</li><li>Ensure timely processing and payment of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.</li><li>Review contract billing, change orders, retainage balances, and project-related cash flow.</li><li>Prepare management reporting, financial statements, and key performance metrics.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning initiatives.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial processes.</li><li>Assist with system enhancements and process improvement initiatives as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p>Bachelor&#39;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</p><p>8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibilities.</p><p>Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership experience within construction, engineering, contracting, or project-based industries.</p><p>Strong knowledge of:</p><ul><li>Work-in-Progress (WIP) accounting</li><li>Job costing and project accounting</li><li>Percentage-of-completion accounting</li><li>Revenue recognition principles</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Cash flow management</li></ul><p>Experience partnering with project managers and operational leadership teams.</p><p>Advanced Excel skills and experience working within ERP/accounting systems.</p><p>CPA preferred but not required.</p>

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