Assistant Controller

Kokosing; Westerville, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking an Assistant Controller to support corporate and operational accounting, ensure accurate financial reporting, and strengthen internal controls across multi-entity operations. The role partners with Controllers and finance leadership to drive timely closes and reliable consolidated statements.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in accounting within the construction or infrastructure sector, with CPA or active pursuit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, or multi-entity environments.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in preparation of consolidated financial statements and internal management reporting.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including SOX-related controls where applicable.
• Partner with business unit finance teams to ensure consistent accounting practices across the organization.
• Assist with external and internal audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes through collaboration with FP&A and operational teams.
• Drive process improvements in accounting operations, systems, and reporting workflows.
• Participate in finance transformation initiatives, including system implementations and standardization efforts.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification (or active pursuit)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Excel

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description

The Assistant Controller supports the corporate and operational accounting functions of Kokosing, a diversified construction and infrastructure services organization. This role partners closely with the Controller and finance leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient close processes. The Assistant Controller plays a key role in executing accounting operations, supporting consolidation and reporting activities, and driving consistency across business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for completeness and accuracy
• Assist in preparation of consolidated financial statements and internal management reporting
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including SOX-related controls where applicable
• Partner with business unit finance teams to ensure consistent accounting practices across the organization
• Assist with external and internal audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes through collaboration with FP&A and operational teams
• Drive process improvements in accounting operations, systems, and reporting workflows
• Participate in finance transformation initiatives, including system implementations and standardization efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required CPA required or actively pursuing certification
• 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience preferred
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, or multi-entity environments preferred
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills required

Core Competencies

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Process improvement mindset with focus on scalability and efficiency

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. Since 1951, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.