Civil Engineering Controller

stafffinancialgroup; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Fully paid benefits

3 weeks vacation

Job summary

Confidential Civil Engineering Firm in Metro Atlanta, GA seeks an experienced Controller to oversee financial management for a multi-state civil engineering and construction operation.

You will lead all accounting functions, ensure GAAP reporting, manage the close cycle, and drive profitability through strong cost controls and process improvements. The role reports to senior leadership and offers a path to growth within the new division.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with 3–5 years in a senior or Controller role.
• Strong civil engineering or heavy construction accounting experience required.
• Experience with percentage-of-completion and WIP reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual GAAP financial statements.
• Manage month-end close for accuracy and timeliness.
• Direct %-of-completion revenue recognition and cost-to-complete.
• Oversee job cost accounting, WIP schedules, and change orders.
• Partner with operations to improve profitability and cost controls.
• Own Trimble Viewpoint reporting accuracy and improvements.
• Ensure compliance and support audits, bonding, and lender reporting.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Develop and mentor the accounting team.

Skills

Construction accounting

Team leadership

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Cost control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA

Tools

Trimble Viewpoint (Vista/Viewpoint)

Job description

Civil Engineering Controller

Who: A confidential, well-established civil engineering and infrastructure firm in the Southeast is seeking an experienced Controller with strong construction accounting expertise.

What: Construction Controller responsible for leading all financial and accounting operations across a multi-state civil engineering business.

When: Immediate need due to business expansion.

Where: Metro Atlanta, GA.

Why: Newly created role to support the growth of a new division within the organization.

Office Environment: Primarily in-office with potential for a hybrid schedule over time.

Salary: $150K–$170K base plus bonus, fully paid benefits, and 3 weeks of vacation.

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking a seasoned Controller to oversee financial management and accounting functions for a multi-state civil engineering and construction operation, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and alignment with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP.

• Manage the month-end close process ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Direct percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and cost-to-complete methodologies.

• Oversee job cost accounting, WIP schedules, over/under billings, and change order tracking.

• Partner with operations and project management teams to improve profitability and cost controls.

• Serve as financial systems owner for Trimble Viewpoint (Vista/Viewpoint), driving reporting accuracy and process improvements.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and support audits, bonding, insurance, and lender reporting requirements.

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning initiatives.

• Develop, mentor, and manage the accounting team while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CMA preferred.

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3–5 years in a senior accounting or Controller role.

• Strong civil engineering or heavy construction accounting experience required.

• Demonstrated expertise in percentage-of-completion accounting and WIP reporting.

• Hands-on experience with Trimble Viewpoint (Vista/Viewpoint) required.

• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and strong Excel proficiency.

• Proven leadership, analytical, and cross-functional communication skills.