Construction Controller / Finance Director

Jobot; Henryton (MD); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Profit sharing

Direct collaboration with VP ofFinance

Budgeting & forecasting process

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Construction Controller / Finance Director to lead the finance and accounting for its construction projects. The role blends hands-on cost accounting, job costing and WIP reporting with strategic financial planning and close collaboration with project teams and the VP of Finance.

The position offers a base of $165,000–$185,000 per year, plus annual bonuses and a profit-sharing program. Hybrid work in Henryton, MD, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, forecasting, cash

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA preferred.
• CPA or CMA certification desirable.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior finance or accounting role, preferably in construction.
• Strong ERP experience and financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all Finance & Accounting functions of the organization.
• Ensure credibility of Finance with timely analysis of budgets, trends, and forecasts.
• Manage forecasting, budgets, consolidation, and reporting to the Company.
• Provide recommendations to enhance financial performance and opportunities.
• Ensure internal controls and GAAP compliance across financial and tax reporting.

Skills

ERP systems

Cost accounting

Job costing

WIP reporting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Ambiguity management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA preferred

CPA or CMA desirable

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Construction Controller / Finance Director

$165000 - $185000 per year | Henryton, MD | Hybrid | Permanent

$165K–$185K base + annual bonuses + company profit sharing! Take ownership of construction accounting with an established, growing infrastructure contractor and work directly with the VP of Finance.

A bit about us:

We’re partnering with an established infrastructure contractor to find a Finance Director who can take ownership of its construction accounting operations. The company supports public infrastructure projects and is strengthening its accounting leadership as the business grows.

This opportunity is well suited to a hands-on construction Controller who enjoys working with project teams, keeping financial reporting accurate, and improving how the accounting function operates.

Why join us?

• $165,000–$185,000 base salary, depending on experience.
• Annual bonus opportunities, including a holiday bonus.
• Participation in a company profit sharing program.
• Direct collaboration with the VP of Finance and operational leaders.
• An established budgeting and forecasting process to build on.

Job Details

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Finance Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategies of our construction projects. This role requires a deep understanding of the construction industry, including cost accounting, job costing, and work-in-progress reporting. As a Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in the financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management of our company. You will also be responsible for the month-end close process and monthly reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the financial health and growth of our company.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance & Accounting functions of the organization.
• Ensure credibility of Finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.
• Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/ strategies, and regulatory action.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior executives to identify their needs and seek full range of business solutions.
• Provide executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activities.
• Manage processes for financial forecasting, budgets, consolidation, and reporting to the Company.
• Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Ensure effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. An MBA or related advanced degree is preferred.
• CPA or CMA certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position, preferably within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding and experience with ERP systems.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Extensive knowledge of cost accounting, job costing, and work-in-progress reporting.
• Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting for investments.
• Adept at conducting complex financial analysis and preparing detailed reports.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.