Construction Controller Responsibilities:
- Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations including AR, AP, payroll, job costing, and general ledger
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
- Prepare internal financial statements, dashboards, and KPIs for leadership review
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP
- Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to monitor job costs and profitability
- Develop, implement, and monitor budgets and forecasts in coordination with leadership
- Manage cash flow and prepare cash flow projections
- Support year-end audit and tax preparation in collaboration with external CPA firm
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax and regulatory requirements
- Evaluate and improve accounting systems, processes, and technologies
- Lead and mentor accounting staff to promote professional growth and efficiency
- Assist in strategic financial planning and long-term decision-making
Construction Controller Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry
- Strong knowledge of construction accounting, WIP schedules, and job costing principles
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage 300, Viewpoint, Foundation, or similar)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with ability to collaborate across departments
- Experience with union/non-union payroll, certified payroll, and construction billing (AIA format) is a plus
Construction Controller Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
If this opportunity is of interest to you and you fit the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply today!
Thank you,
Joey Anderson
Team Lead
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.
