Construction Controller - CFO Track: Project Finance Leader

Aris Amplify; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aris Amplify seeks an experienced Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations, partnering with executives and operations to deliver accurate reporting and strengthen processes across the organization. The role focuses on construction accounting, job costing and project financials to support growth.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, with deep construction industry experience and a track record of improving systems while collaborating with project managers, estimators and senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• 7–10 years of accounting leadership experience within construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting including job costing and WIP.
• Experience with municipal billing, owner draws and retainage.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting and accounting operations.
• GAAP proficiency and strong internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modeling.
• Cash flow forecasting and project-based analysis.
• Strong communication and leadership across finance, ops and executives.
• CPA, CMA or CCIFP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual close processes with timely, accurate reporting.
• Oversee general ledger, AP, AR, payroll and related functions.
• Prepare and analyze WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Monitor project financial performance including budget-to-actuals and margins.
• Partner with project managers and estimators to identify risks and variances.
• Manage construction billing, including municipal billing and owner draws.
• Review subcontractor requisitions, lien waivers and insurance compliance.
• Track change orders and their impact on profitability.
• Prepare executive-level reports: P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.
• Develop forward-looking cash flow forecasts based on schedules.
• Manage banking relationships and lender reporting.
• Ensure internal controls and SOPs are robust.
• Support audits and external reviews.

Skills

Construction accounting

Job costing

WIP scheduling

Percentage of completion

GAAP knowledge

Cash flow forecasting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic partnering

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Aris Amplify seeks an experienced Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations, partnering with executives and operations to deliver accurate reporting and strengthen processes across the organization. The role focuses on construction accounting, job costing and project financials to support growth.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, with deep construction industry experience and a track record of improving systems while collaborating with project managers, estimators and senior