Construction Controller

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and finance function for a luxury residential renovation firm. You will work directly with the executive team, owning the entire finance operation and driving financial strategy, controls, and reporting.

Responsibilities include comprehensive bookkeeping, cash management, job-cost accounting, AIA billing, and coordination with outside CPAs. Acumatica ERP experience strongly preferred; Procore/WorkMax integrations are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive construction accounting experience.
• Experience as a Controller running an accounting function end-to-end.
• Strong knowledge of Financial Reporting, Job cost, WIP, and AIA billing.
• Hands-on Acumatica experience; Sage Intacct or similar systems considered.

Responsibilities

• Own full-charge bookkeeping (GL, AP, AR, payroll, month-end close).
• Manage cash flow, banking relations and quarterly projections.
• Handle job cost accounting, WIP and GL reconciliations.
• Oversee AIA billing, retainage, change orders and subcontractor compliance.

Skills

Construction accounting

Controller experience

Financial reporting

Acumatica

GCPay/WorkMax/Procore integrations

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Acumatica

Sage Intacct or similar

Job description

Controller — General Contractor / CM Firm (Full Time - In Office Required)

Compensation: $140,000 – $180,000 annually, commensurate with experience

We are a well-established luxury residential renovation company building distinctive, custom residences for a discerning clientele. We're seeking an independent, can-do, take-charge financial professional to lead our accounting and finance function as a Controller.

This is a hands-on role with real ownership of the entire finance function, working directly with the executive team and the owner. With approximately 50 employees and an active portfolio of complex, multi-phase custom projects, you will be the senior finance leader in the company.

Our ERP is Acumatica, with supporting integrations including GCPay (subcontractor billing, lien waivers, and compliance) and WorkMax (mobile time tracking and labor cost capture). Acumatica Construction Edition experience is strongly preferred.

What You'll Own

• Full-charge bookkeeping: GL, AP, AR, in-house payroll, month-end close, and account reconciliations
• Cash management, including rolling quarterly cash flow projections, weekly cash position reporting, and banking relationships
• Job cost accounting, monthly WIP schedules, and reconciliation of job cost and WIP to the GL
• AIA progress billing, retainage tracking, change order accounting, and subcontractor compliance through various software tracking platforms
• Timely monthly financial statements at the company and job level, plus annual budgeting and reforecasting
• Sales/use tax filings, insurance compliance, audits, and coordination with our outside CPA firm
• Acumatica administration and ongoing process and internal control improvements

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive construction accounting experience
• Experience as a Controller running an accounting function end-to-end
• Strong knowledge of Financial Reporting, Job cost accounting, WIP reporting, AIA billing
• Hands-on Acumatica experience; Sage Intacct, or other similar systems considered
• Familiarity with construction integrations such as GCPay, WorkMax, Procore, or similar AP and time tracking tools
• Advanced Excel skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

What You'll Bring

• A hands-on operator's mindset — comfortable doing the work, not just reviewing it
• Discretion with confidential and sensitive financial information
• Strong communication skills with executives, staff, and outside professionals (CPAs, bankers, brokers, attorneys)
• Proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues and brings solutions

• What We Offer

  • Base salary of $140,000 – $160,000
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off and recognized holidays
  • Direct exposure to executives and ownership, and the chance to shape the finance function of a growing luxury renovation firm

  This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. direct applicants only.

  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.EOEM/F/V/D/SO