Assistant Controller: Construction Finance & Project Insights

Vertical Mechanical Group; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dulles Plumbing Group, a VMG Company, is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our growing team. This position supports monthly close, journal entries, job costing, WIP, and financial reporting across construction projects, working closely with project managers and operations leaders.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in construction or related fields, solid GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel and ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Construction, mechanical contracting, general contracting, or specialty contracting experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience with job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage-of-completion accounting strongly preferred.
• StrongMicrosoft Excel skills and experience with accounting or ERP systems.
• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both financial and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, general ledger activity, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with financial statements and management reporting.
• Review job costing, project financials, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting.
• Monitor project costs, revenue, margins, billings, and other financial activity.
• Partner with Project Managers and operations leaders to support accurate project forecasting and financial reporting.
• Oversee and support accounts payable and assist with accounts receivable and billing.
• Assist with payroll processing and related accounting functions.
• Support cash management, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support annual financial audits and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Assist with fixed assets, business licenses, BPOL, personal property taxes, and other financial requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Provide guidance and support to accounting team members.
• Assist finance and executive leadership with financial analysis, special projects, and other initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Dulles Plumbing Group, a VMG Company, is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our growing team. This position supports monthly close, journal entries, job costing, WIP, and financial reporting across construction projects, working closely with project managers and operations leaders.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in construction or related fields, solid GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel and ERP