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We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and support business performance for a construction-focused organization in Hayward, California. This role blends hands-on accounting leadership with contract administration, insurance coordination, and office oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a multifaceted environment. The successful candidate will bring strong construction accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial and operational processes accurate, organized, and on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities, ensuring accurate oversight of payables, receivables, ledger activity, and core financial processes.<br>• Manage project-based accounting tasks such as job costing, customer invoicing, collections, retention tracking, and vendor disbursements.<br>• Prepare reconciliations for bank accounts and company credit cards while maintaining reliable records in QuickBooks.<br>• Produce monthly financial statements, management reports, cash flow updates, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making.<br>• Maintain tax and compliance documentation, including W-9 records and annual 1099 preparation, and assist with periodic financial reporting cycles.<br>• Administer construction-related documentation by reviewing contracts, organizing subcontract agreements, and handling notices, waivers, and release paperwork.<br>• Support project launch and closeout requirements, monitor compliance obligations, and coordinate documentation with project teams and external partners.<br>• Oversee insurance administration by managing certificates of insurance, renewals, endorsements, compliance tracking, and communication with brokers, carriers, and project stakeholders.<br>• Supervise office operations, maintain administrative procedures, support leadership needs, and help manage employee onboarding records and company files.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in construction accounting roles.<br>• Strong command of construction accounting practices, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, job costing, progress billing, and financial reporting.<br>• Proficiency with QuickBooks, including maintaining accurate accounting records and supporting month-end financial activity.<br>• Experience reviewing construction contracts and managing related documentation and compliance requirements.<br>• Knowledge of insurance coordination, including certificates of insurance, endorsements, renewals, and subcontractor compliance tracking.<br>• Solid Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of accuracy and organization.<br>• Excellent communication skills with a self-directed approach to work in a fast-paced setting.<br>• Procore experience and bilingual English/Spanish capability are preferred.
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  • Hayward, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and support business performance for a construction-focused organization in Hayward, California. This role blends hands-on accounting leadership with contract administration, insurance coordination, and office oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a multifaceted environment. The successful candidate will bring strong construction accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial and operational processes accurate, organized, and on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities, ensuring accurate oversight of payables, receivables, ledger activity, and core financial processes.<br>• Manage project-based accounting tasks such as job costing, customer invoicing, collections, retention tracking, and vendor disbursements.<br>• Prepare reconciliations for bank accounts and company credit cards while maintaining reliable records in QuickBooks.<br>• Produce monthly financial statements, management reports, cash flow updates, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making.<br>• Maintain tax and compliance documentation, including W-9 records and annual 1099 preparation, and assist with periodic financial reporting cycles.<br>• Administer construction-related documentation by reviewing contracts, organizing subcontract agreements, and handling notices, waivers, and release paperwork.<br>• Support project launch and closeout requirements, monitor compliance obligations, and coordinate documentation with project teams and external partners.<br>• Oversee insurance administration by managing certificates of insurance, renewals, endorsements, compliance tracking, and communication with brokers, carriers, and project stakeholders.<br>• Supervise office operations, maintain administrative procedures, support leadership needs, and help manage employee onboarding records and company files.
  • 2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

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