Assistant Controller

LHH; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO accrual

Paid sick leave

EOE/Veterans/Disabled

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a growing construction organization to recruit an experienced Assistant Controller to support the accounting and finance function in Pennsylvania. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close, financial reporting, and job cost accounting across multiple projects and entities, applying GAAP and strong Excel skills.

The role emphasizes internal controls, collaboration with project managers, and leadership of the accounting staff in a

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in construction.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and experience with WIP/job cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and schedules.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Monitor project profitability, job costs, WIP, and revenue recognition.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and lender requests.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Job cost accounting

ERP systems

Excel

Leadership

Education

BS in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

LHH is partnering with a growing construction organization for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the accounting and finance function. This role will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close, financial reporting, job cost accounting, and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information across multiple projects and entities. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, construction industry experience, and a hands‑on approach to managing complex financial processes in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze project profitability, job costs, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, and percentage-of-completion reporting.
• Ensure accurate accounting for construction contracts, change orders, retainage, and revenue recognition.
• Review and approve accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll transactions.
• Assist in preparing bank reporting packages, financial covenant compliance reporting, and lender requests.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and support interactions with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Partner with project managers and operational leadership to provide financial analysis and project performance insights.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff while helping develop and improve departmental processes.
• Support ERP system enhancements, reporting automation efforts, and other special projects.

Qualifications:

• BS in Accounting
• CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including construction industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and construction accounting principles.
• Experience with WIP schedules, job cost accounting, percentage-of-completion accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Proficiency in ERP systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Compensation:

$90,000-$120,000

Benefit offerings for full‑time employment include medical, dental, vision

PTO is offered on an accrual basis

Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State law

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled