Assistant Controller

CFS; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

CFS in Orlando, FL is seeking an Assistant Controller to partner with the Controller, lead the close, oversee financial reporting, and help build scalable accounting processes during a high-growth phase.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, 7+ years in accounting with strong construction experience, GAAP knowledge, and leadership ability; ERP experience is required. Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Strong construction accounting experience required.
• Experience leading accounting teams or supervising professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting with the Controller.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close; ensure deadlines and accuracy.
• Prepare and review financial statements, journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Review WIP, overbillings/underbillings, job costing, and CO&A activities.
• Support annual audits; liaise with external auditors.
• Identify process improvements; enhance internal controls and automation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Leadership / mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Construction ERP systems

Job description

Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 + Annual Bonus

Location: Orlando, FL | Onsite

Must be based in or within commuting distance of the Greater Orlando area.

Why This Assistant Controller Opportunity Stands Out

This Assistant Controller opportunity offers the chance to become the trusted right hand to the Controller within a rapidly growing construction organization. This is a highly visible role where you'll help drive accounting operations, oversee financial reporting, support strategic initiatives, and play a key role in building scalable accounting processes for continued growth.

What Makes This Assistant Controller Role Especially Compelling

• True succession opportunity with a path into future accounting leadership
• Serve as the Controller's trusted business partner and second-in-command
• High-growth organization with opportunities to influence processes and operations
• Exposure to executive leadership, strategic planning, and acquisition-related initiatives
• Competitive bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to help shape the accounting department as the company continues to expand

This role is ideal for a construction accounting professional who enjoys leading through influence, improving processes, and partnering across the organization to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities Of The Assistant Controller

• Partner closely with the Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process while ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met
• Prepare and review financial statements, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Review work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, overbillings, underbillings, job costing, and other construction accounting activities
• Support annual audits and serve as a key liaison with external auditors
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide recommendations to leadership
• Partner with Accounts Payable, Billing, Collections, and Operations to improve workflows and strengthen internal controls
• Identify opportunities for automation, process improvements, and accounting efficiencies
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, acquisition support, and special projects as the organization grows
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance across the accounting team while preparing to assume future supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications For The Assistant Controller

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong construction accounting experience is required
• Prior experience managing, supervising, mentoring, or leading accounting professionals is required, even if not currently managing direct reports
• Strong experience with month-end close, financial reporting, general ledger, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Experience with WIP schedules, overbillings, underbillings, job costing, and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Experience supporting annual financial statement audits
• Experience with construction ERP systems
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively across multiple departments
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements

Benefits & Growth

• Annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Stable, high-growth organization
• Executive exposure and long-term leadership opportunities
• Opportunity to help build scalable accounting processes during an exciting growth phase

This Assistant Controller opportunity is ideal for an experienced construction accounting professional who is ready to step into a high-impact leadership role. The ideal candidate will have deep construction accounting expertise, strong technical accounting skills, and prior experience leading accounting teams. If you're looking to become the Controller's trusted partner while positioning yourself for future leadership, we'd love to connect.