Assistant Controller - Construction Finance & Compliance

E.s.-Wagner-Company; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

E.S. Wagner Co. is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its team of construction professionals in Oregon, Ohio.

This on-site, full-time role reports to the CFO and focuses on accurate financial reporting and optimizing accounting workflows within a complex construction environment. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 3–7 years of accounting experience, preferably in corporate or project-based settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 3–7 years of accounting experience recommended.
• Experience in a corporate or public accounting environment; construction/project-based accounting preferred.
• CPA or progress toward certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assist with consolidations, intercompany transactions, and variance analysis.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation and support audit requests.
• Provide support to the Payroll Department as needed, including backup coverage for Payroll Administrators.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Trimble Construction 1 Vista

Excel

Job description

E.S. Wagner Co. is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its team of construction professionals in Oregon, Ohio.

This on-site, full-time role reports to the CFO and focuses on accurate financial reporting and optimizing accounting workflows within a complex construction environment. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 3–7 years of accounting experience, preferably in corporate or project-based settings.