Construction Controller

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Construction Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a Philadelphia suburb firm. The role emphasizes oversight of financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and job costing.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of accounting experience, 5+ in construction, and preferably a CPA or accounting degree. Location in Southeastern PA or Southern NJ within a reasonable commute to Philadelphia is expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, with leadership responsibility.
• 5+ years in heavy construction accounting.
• CPA or accounting degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of job costing and construction financials.
• Local to Philadelphia suburbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting and cash flow.
• Manage job costing and site profitability analysis.
• Lead month-end closes and GAAP compliance.
• Provide strategic financial insight to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Cash flow management

Financial reporting

GAAP

Education

CPA or Accounting degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

Heavy Construction Controller – Philadelphia Suburbs

A leading heavy construction firm in the Philadelphia suburbs is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years within the construction industry, with a CPA or Accounting degree preferred. This is a key leadership role responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, job costing, cash flow, and overall accounting operations. Candidates should be located in Southeastern PA or Southern NJ, within a reasonable commute to Philadelphia.

Salary: $150,000–$180,000

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience
• 5+ years of heavy construction accounting experience
• CPA or Accounting degree preferred
• Strong understanding of job costing and construction financials
• Local to Phila suburbs