Construction Controller

Triple Crown Corporation; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Wellness Hours

Job summary

Triple Crown Corporation in Harrisburg, PA seeks a Construction Controller to oversee the Construction Division’s accounting functions. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and job costing, providing strategic financial oversight to support growth.

Responsibilities include supervising the accounting team, improving internal controls, preparing management reports, and ensuring timely year-end closing. CPA/CCIFP preferred; driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting management and supervision of direct reports.
• CPA or CCIFP is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in computerized accounting systems.
• Knowledge of Yardi Accounting and Construction software is preferred but not required.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the administration and continuous improvement of accounting systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Oversees daily cash management, including cash position monitoring, cash flow analysis, bank deposits, and required bank financial reporting.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, forecasts, and management reports.
• Oversees the annual operating budget process, including preparation, monitoring, and analysis of budget performance.
• Directs accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring progress billings, collections, vendor payments, and related processes are completed accurately and timely.
• Oversees job costing, job revenue recognition, and recording of related costs of sales across the Construction Division.
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of monthly and year-end closing processes, internal financial statements, and year-end CPA work papers.
• Leads financial analysis related to Land Development and Finished Lot Sales, including interest capitalization calculations, site write-off analysis, and related journal entries.
• Coordinates required tax, government, insurance, and other regulatory reporting.
• Leads and supervises the Construction Division’s accounting team, including recruitment and performance management.

Skills

Accounting management

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CCIFP preferred

Tools

Yardi Accounting

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint)

Job description

For over 49 years, Triple Crown Corporation has been a trusted name in the Greater Harrisburg area. With continued growth on the horizon, we're excited to keep raising the bar in quality craftsmanship and customer care for the communities we serve. We specialize in Property Management, Construction, Land Development, and Real Estate Services —delivering top-tier solutions to our valued partners, clients, and customers. As a full-service design-build company, we offer both commercial and residential expertise across Central PA and beyond.

About the position...

The Construction Controller provides fiscal operational oversight for the Construction Division’s five primary functions: General Contracting, Land Development Services/Finished Lot Sales, Site Contracting, Design Services, and Corporate-related management. This position leads the Construction Accounting team while overseeing financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, job costing, cash management, accounting controls, and tax and regulatory requirements. The Controller works closely with executive and divisional leadership to provide financial analysis, recommendations, and strategic fiscal oversight that supports the company’s growth initiatives.

• Oversees the administration and continuous improvement of accounting systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Oversees daily cash management, including cash position monitoring, cash flow analysis, bank deposits, and required bank financial reporting.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, forecasts, and management reports, providing findings and recommendations to the President of Construction, CFO, and Senior Management.
• Oversees the annual operating budget process, including preparation, monitoring, and analysis of budget performance.
• Directs the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring progress billings, collections, vendor payments, and related processes are completed accurately and timely.
• Oversees job costing, job revenue recognition, and recording of related costs of sales across the Construction Division.
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of monthly and year-end closing processes, internal financial statements, and year-end CPA work papers.
• Oversees financial analysis related to Land Development and Finished Lot Sales, including interest capitalization calculations, site write-off analysis, and related journal entries.
• Coordinates required tax, government, insurance, and other regulatory reporting, including preparation of general liability insurance audit work papers and support for applicable tax credit programs.
• Leads and supervises the Construction Division’s accounting team, including recruitment, performance management, professional development, disciplinary actions, and employee relations.
• Develops and maintains labor and equipment billing rates and provides financial analysis and reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making.

What we are looking for from you...

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting management and supervision of direct reports
• CPA or CCIFP is highly preferred
• Strong proficiency in computerized accounting systems
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint
• Knowledge of Yardi Accounting and Construction software is preferred but not required
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

How you and your family can benefit from working with us...

• Employer Paid Insurances - Short Term & Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Insurances Plans Available - Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Retirement Plan - 401K with Employer Match & Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off - negotiable based on experience level
• 3 days of Wellness Hours - to use towards you and your family's health & wellbeing
• 9 Company Paid Holidays!
• Stable, Growing, Successful company with over 49 years of success in the Greater Harrisburg area!

Please feel free to visit our website at: https://www.triplecrowncorp.com/about-us/careers/ to learn more about what Triple Crown Corporation has to offer you!

Selected applicant will be subject to a background check

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Triple Crown Corporation is a drug-free workplace with a strict zero-tolerance policy.