We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing construction business in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will guide daily financial operations, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide insight that supports budgeting, forecasting, and business planning. The role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who understands construction finance, project costing, and the importance of timely, reliable financial data. Responsibilities: • Direct core accounting activities, including the general ledger, payables, receivables, and project-based financial tracking. • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process to ensure complete and accurate reporting within established timelines. • Produce financial statements and related analysis that help leadership evaluate company and project performance. • Maintain reliable job cost records by reinforcing cost coding standards and reviewing project financial activity for accuracy. • Prepare and assess work-in-progress schedules, monitor percentage-of-completion revenue, and explain changes in projected margins. • Review project billings, committed costs, and change order activity while supporting collection efforts and cash flow visibility. • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and key performance tracking, including metrics tied to profitability, backlog, labor efficiency, and overhead. • Support compliance needs by overseeing tax filings, coordinating with external audit and tax partners, and helping meet lender or surety reporting obligations. • Strengthen internal controls, improve accounting workflows, and recommend system or process enhancements that support continued company growth. • Supervise and develop accounting team members, reinforcing consistent procedures, accountability, and strong financial discipline.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. • At least 7 years of accounting experience, including 3 or more years in the construction industry. • Demonstrated expertise in job costing, work-in-progress reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, and progress billing practices. • Experience using construction accounting software, including ComputerEase or a similar platform. • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze financial data and create useful reporting tools. • Strong understanding of financial controls, cash flow management, and construction-related compliance requirements. • Effective leadership and communication skills with the ability to partner with both finance and operations teams. • CPA credential or experience in a high-growth, multi-entity, commercial concrete, or heavy civil environment is preferred.

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Louisville, KY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing construction business in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will guide daily financial operations, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide insight that supports budgeting, forecasting, and business planning. The role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who understands construction finance, project costing, and the importance of timely, reliable financial data. Responsibilities: • Direct core accounting activities, including the general ledger, payables, receivables, and project-based financial tracking. • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process to ensure complete and accurate reporting within established timelines. • Produce financial statements and related analysis that help leadership evaluate company and project performance. • Maintain reliable job cost records by reinforcing cost coding standards and reviewing project financial activity for accuracy. • Prepare and assess work-in-progress schedules, monitor percentage-of-completion revenue, and explain changes in projected margins. • Review project billings, committed costs, and change order activity while supporting collection efforts and cash flow visibility. • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and key performance tracking, including metrics tied to profitability, backlog, labor efficiency, and overhead. • Support compliance needs by overseeing tax filings, coordinating with external audit and tax partners, and helping meet lender or surety reporting obligations. • Strengthen internal controls, improve accounting workflows, and recommend system or process enhancements that support continued company growth. • Supervise and develop accounting team members, reinforcing consistent procedures, accountability, and strong financial discipline.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

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