Assistant Controller — Construction Finance & Consolidation

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 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.