Construction Controller CPA: Lead Project Financials

Australia-Employment; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

On-site role

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Construction Controller to oversee accounting operations for complex projects in Concord, CA. This hands-on leader will manage job costing, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and project financials, partnering with PMs, Operations, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate will hold a CPA license, have 7+ years in construction accounting, and excel in strategic financial partnering while ensuring accuracy and strong internal controls. This is an on-site, permanent role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction accounting operations and monthly close.
• Manage revenue recognition per GAAP and project standards.
• Oversee job costing and reporting of costs and revenues.
• Prepare WIP schedules and COS/GP projections.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to assess financial performance.

Skills

Construction accounting

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Strategic financial partnering

Hands-on accounting leader

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Construction ERP systems

AIA billing experience

GAAP knowledge

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Construction Controller to oversee accounting operations for complex projects in Concord, CA. This hands-on leader will manage job costing, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and project financials, partnering with PMs, Operations, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate will hold a CPA license, have 7+ years in construction accounting, and excel in strategic financial partnering while ensuring accuracy and strong internal controls. This is an on-site, permanent role.