We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of a construction-focused organization in Oakland, California. This position will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide leadership with meaningful financial insight to support sound business decisions. The role is ideal for someone who can balance strategic financial guidance with hands-on execution while improving processes in a dynamic, project-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Direct the full accounting cycle, including ledger oversight, accounts payable and receivable, account reconciliations, project cost accounting, and timely month-end close activities. • Produce reliable financial reports and statements that support management visibility and align with applicable accounting standards and company reporting needs. • Create and manage cash forecasting models and planning tools to help leadership monitor liquidity and prepare for upcoming operational needs. • Maintain work-in-progress tracking and develop cost-to-complete estimates to support accurate revenue recognition and project financial visibility. • Review project cost performance against budgets and contract terms, working closely with project and field teams to address margin concerns and emerging overruns. • Oversee customer billing activities such as progress invoicing, retention tracking, and documentation related to lien compliance requirements. • Assess existing accounting procedures within the current QuickBooks environment, identify inefficiencies, and implement stronger workflows and reporting practices. • Introduce automation and improved controls to reduce manual effort, increase consistency, and support readiness for audits and regulatory review. • Serve as a financial partner to ownership and operational leaders by translating financial data into practical recommendations on profitability, cash flow, and performance. • Manage compliance with tax, financial, and regulatory obligations while coordinating effectively with auditors and other external partners.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent progressive hands-on experience in accounting. • Approximately 10–15 years of increasing responsibility in accounting or finance roles, with experience in the construction industry strongly preferred. • Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job costing, work-in-progress reporting, and revenue recognition practices. • Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and the ability to strengthen accounting systems and reporting processes in a small to mid-sized business setting. • Demonstrated success building or improving financial processes, controls, and documentation standards rather than simply maintaining existing routines. • Ability to work independently in a lean team environment while shifting effectively between strategic priorities and daily operational tasks. • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to connect finance insights to project and operational outcomes.

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Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of a construction-focused organization in Oakland, California. This position will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide leadership with meaningful financial insight to support sound business decisions. The role is ideal for someone who can balance strategic financial guidance with hands-on execution while improving processes in a dynamic, project-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Direct the full accounting cycle, including ledger oversight, accounts payable and receivable, account reconciliations, project cost accounting, and timely month-end close activities. • Produce reliable financial reports and statements that support management visibility and align with applicable accounting standards and company reporting needs. • Create and manage cash forecasting models and planning tools to help leadership monitor liquidity and prepare for upcoming operational needs. • Maintain work-in-progress tracking and develop cost-to-complete estimates to support accurate revenue recognition and project financial visibility. • Review project cost performance against budgets and contract terms, working closely with project and field teams to address margin concerns and emerging overruns. • Oversee customer billing activities such as progress invoicing, retention tracking, and documentation related to lien compliance requirements. • Assess existing accounting procedures within the current QuickBooks environment, identify inefficiencies, and implement stronger workflows and reporting practices. • Introduce automation and improved controls to reduce manual effort, increase consistency, and support readiness for audits and regulatory review. • Serve as a financial partner to ownership and operational leaders by translating financial data into practical recommendations on profitability, cash flow, and performance. • Manage compliance with tax, financial, and regulatory obligations while coordinating effectively with auditors and other external partners.
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z