Controller

• Location: Lavon, Texas
• Type: Dallas:Fin/Acct/HR:Direct Hire
• Job #10365

Controller 10365
Our client is seeking a Controller to serve as a strategic partner to project managers, collaborate closely with executive leadership, and help guide a growing company toward scalable, long-term success. This role requires not only strong technical expertise but also creativity, adaptability, and the ability to lead change in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial processes, including job cost accounting, corporate accounting, monthly close, and financial reporting.
• Act as the primary liaison between operations and executive leadership, ensuring accurate WIP reporting and revenue recognition.
• Partner with project managers to monitor budgets, manage change orders, and oversee billing accuracy.
• Maintain and enhance forecasting tools (revenue, cash flow, P&L) to anticipate financial constraints and identify growth opportunities.
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting initiatives alongside the executive team.
• Present monthly financial statements to leadership, highlighting variances, trends, and actionable insights.
• Conduct financial performance analysis against internal and external benchmarks to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Business Manager to strengthen processes that improve financial accuracy, visibility, and control.
• Coordinate with external CPA firm for tax returns and annual financial reviews.
• Manage all aspects of sales tax compliance and oversee the company’s bonding program.
• Lead ERP integrations to streamline workflows between core business systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s preferred, but not required).
• At least 8 years of experience in construction accounting, including 3+ years in a Controller role.
• Strong expertise in percentage-of-completion accounting and WIP reporting.
• Proficiency with construction-related financial software (e.g., Sage Intacct, Procore, QuickBooks, Aspire, GC Pay, Textura, AIA Billing Forms).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to balance independent work with cross-functional collaboration.