Controller

Controller (Construction)

Our client seeks an experienced Construction Controller to oversee their accounting department. This role offers the opportunity to grow into CFO within the next 5 years. The ideal candidate is looking for an opportunity to grow in their next role and is a natural leader with strong business acumen.

This is a hybrid role requiring qualified applicants to commute weekly to offices in Portland, Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Develop accounting processes and controls.
• Manage team members ensuring timely and accurate month end close processes.
• Review GL for accuracy and compliance; reconcile entries as required.
• Handle financial statement preparations and prepare ad-hoc financial reports.
• Set up new projects in ERP system and process changes as needed.
• Monitor projects and cash flow/costs, keeping business leaders informed of budgets and timelines.
• Ad-hoc financial planning, reporting, and tax/audit support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience handling full-cycle construction accounting functions.
• At least 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of WIP/project accounting, month end close, and financial reporting processes.
• Proficiency with construction accounting software (Viewpoint, Vista, Trimble, or similar preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Salary: $110k - $140k (DOE) + Profit Share Bonus