Job Description

Controller – Construction Industry

Who: A growing construction firm seeks a seasoned accounting professional with deep construction industry experience.
What: Responsible for overseeing core accounting functions including GL, job costing, payroll, WIP schedules, and ERP system management.
When: Immediate need.
Where: Covington, GA – In-office role.
Why: This role supports financial accuracy, compliance, and operational insights to drive business performance.
Office Environment: On-site, collaborative accounting and project management team.
Salary: $120,000–$140,000 base plus 10% bonus.

Position Overview:
This role will lead all accounting operations for a construction firm, ensuring compliance with industry standards like ASC 606, enhancing internal controls, and providing financial insight to leadership and project managers. The Controller will play a critical role in process improvement, ERP oversight (preferably NetSuite), and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee GL, job costing, A/R, A/P, payroll, cash management, and fixed assets.

  • Manage monthly close, financial reporting, KPI dashboards, and cash flow statements.

  • Prepare Work-in-Process schedules, ensure revenue recognition accuracy, and track job margins.

  • Collaborate with PMs on budgets, cost tracking, change orders, and margin analysis.

  • Oversee customer billing and compliance, including AIA billing and retainage.

  • Lead process improvement initiatives to optimize accounting operations.

  • Manage ERP system with preference for NetSuite, including integrations and WIP reporting.

  • Forecast cash flow and analyze job-level profitability and working capital metrics.

  • Coordinate audits, taxes, bonding, and compliance requirements.

  • Lead, coach, and grow a high-performing accounting team.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.

  • 10+ years of experience in accounting/finance, primarily in construction or industrial services.

  • Deep understanding of construction accounting, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition.

  • ERP system experience required; NetSuite preferred.

  • Strong Excel and BI/reporting tool proficiency.

  • Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and ability to partner cross-functionally.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.

Details

Location
Augusta GA
Date Posted
9/30/2025