Location: Irving, TX (On-site with flexibility after onboarding)
We’re partnering with a construction company that’s looking for a hands-on Controller to lead their accounting function and support continued growth.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in job-costing environments who’s ready to step into a leadership role with visibility across operations and ownership.
What You’ll Do- Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions including AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, and GL management
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting
- Own job costing , WIP reporting, and cost tracking across all active construction projects
- Partner with project managers to ensure accurate budgeting, billing, and cost-to-complete forecasting
- Manage AIA billing, retainage tracking, and lien releases , with support from junior staff
- Maintain banking relationships and manage credit lines, cash flow, and insurance renewals
- Provide reporting and financial insights to ownership and executive leadership
- Oversee accounting for the CEO’s personal investment portfolio (limited scope)
- Evaluate systems and processes to support future growth, including 401(k) implementation and process improvements
- 5+ years of accounting experience in commercial construction, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Proven experience with job-costing environments : subcontractors (glass, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) or general contractors
- Familiarity with AIA billing, draw schedules, retainage, and lien deadlines
- Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and financial reporting
- Ability to drive cash flow forecasting, job profitability analysis , and reporting for leadership
- Comfortable working on-site and closely with project managers and field leadership
- Self-starter with high attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
- CPA or public accounting background a plus, but not required
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (UnitedHealthcare)
- 10 PTO days + paid holidays
- Year-end bonus based on company and individual performance
- 401(k) in development
- Opportunity to build out the accounting function and grow with the company