Our client, a well-established public works construction company, has exclusively engaged us to find their next Controller. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role at a family-oriented company where the previous Controller successfully managed the financial operations for over 30 years. If you’re an experienced construction accounting professional who values autonomy, collaboration, and long-term stability, this could be the perfect role for you!

About the Company:

For decades, our client has been a trusted name in public works construction, operating as a union shop with a reputation for delivering quality projects. They foster a culture of trust and empowerment, where leaders are not micromanaged but given the space to own their role and make a real impact. The next Controller will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting the executive team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Oversight: Prepare monthly financials and management reports and oversee percent of completion (PoC) accounting.
• Audit & Compliance: Lead annual audits and ensure full compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and industry-specific requirements.
• Payroll & Union Reporting: Process in-house payroll, including W-2s, 1099s, K-1s, and all tax deposits. Manage union payroll reporting and contributions.
• Certified Payroll & Prevailing Wage Compliance: Ensure accurate and timely certified payroll processing in alignment with prevailing wage laws and public works reporting.
• Billing & Lien Management: Oversee project billing, lien releases, and payment applications to ensure proper documentation and cash flow management.
• Job Costing & Budgeting: Work closely with project managers and executive leadership to monitor job costs, budgets, and financial performance.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial operations, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance overall efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of accounting experience within the construction industry, preferably in public works.
• Strong knowledge of certified payroll processing, prevailing wage compliance, and union payroll reporting.
• Expertise in percent of completion accounting and construction billing.
• Understanding of lien laws and release processes in construction.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Viewpoint, Sage 300, Procore, or similar construction ERP systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred but not required).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Why Join?

• Take ownership of your role—no micromanagement, just the trust to lead and execute.
• Be a key part of the leadership team—your insights will shape the company’s financial success.
• Work for a stable, well-established firm with a strong industry reputation.
• Long-term career potential—the previous Controller was with the company for over 30 years.
• Family-oriented culture that values its employees and fosters work-life balance.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity to lead, contribute, and truly make an impact, apply today!