Business Controller - Federal Division

Gilbane Building

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Generous profit-sharing/401k plan

Opportunities for professional development through Gilbane University

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking a Business Controller for its Federal Division in Phoenix, AZ. The role involves delivering strategic financial leadership, managing financial reporting processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the growth and integrity of financial operations.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in construction management or with general contractors.
Experience with Federal Government contracting projects required.
International accounting and multi-jurisdictional compliance experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

Deliver strategic financial leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Manage monthly closing processes and oversee project cost forecasts.
Conduct financial risk assessments and lead quarterly financial forecasting.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CMiC

MicroStrategy

Job description

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Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for optimizing performance, ensuring financial integrity, and driving impactful business decisions? We’re seeking an experienced and forward-thinking professional to lead our Federal Division US business with precision and insight. In this critical role, you'll partner closely with Division leaders, cross-functional teams, providing trusted analysis and actionable guidance to support our long-term growth. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are motivated by challenges that blend strategic thinking with hands-on execution, this role offers the perfect platform to make a meaningful impact.

Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Why Join Us?

This isn’t just a finance leadership role—it’s a unique opportunity to influence the financial strategy of a dynamic, multi-entity organization in growth mode. You’ll collaborate with forward-thinking leaders, take on high-impact challenges, and play a pivotal role in shaping decisions that drive sustainable success. Your work will matter—and you’ll see the results of your impact every step of the way.

Responsibilities

Primary Function:

Deliver strategic financial leadership to the Business Unit by ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. Collaborate closely with the BU Leader and departmental leadership to align overhead functions with business objectives, driving cohesive financial performance and informed decision-making across the Division.

Typical Responsibilities and Duties:

The Finance Leader plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial operations across the Business Unit. This includes but is not limited to:

Manages the monthly closing process including WIP reporting adhering to the Enterprise documentation requirements and profit recognition rules, and department expense review
Provides oversight of monthly project cost forecasts and actively participates in regular review meetings to ensure accuracy, accountability, and alignment with financial goals
Conducts thorough financial risk assessments and ensures timely identification, documentation, and communication of potential exposures
Leads quarterly and annual financial forecasting for the Business Unit, collaborating closely with the BU Leader and cross-functional partners to ensure projections are comprehensive, accurate, and aligned with strategic goals
Oversees the billing process and drives timely collection of accounts receivable to support strong cash flow and financial performance
Drives accountability in areas such as project financial setup, cost controls, receivables, time reporting, and capital expenditures.
Participates in the review and validation of DCAA rate submission requirements and routine audits of direct and indirect cost
Applies expertise in international accounting standards and regulatory compliance to ensure accurate reporting and adherence to global financial policies across multi-jurisdictional operations
As a core member of the leadership team, this position partners with department heads and risk management to monitor financial health, mitigate risks, and achieve profit and performance goals.
Champion talent development, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration while fostering a positive, inclusive work culture.

Experience/Education

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
10+ years of progressive experience in construction management or with a general contractor, including direct involvement with Federal Government contracting projects is required
International accounting and multi-jurisdictional compliance experience highly desired
Experience with review and understanding of DCAA indirect rate submissions is highly desired

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with strong analytical thinking and a proven ability to solve complex problems
Deep knowledge of GAAP and IFRS principles and their practical application to accurate and compliant financial reporting
Solid understanding of DCAA regulations, including rate structures, burden allocation, and internal cost distribution methodologies
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to leverage tools for efficient data analysis and communication
Proficient in CMiC and MicroStrategy, or in large-scale ERP systems or possessing comparable working knowledge

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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