Construction Controller: Lead Finance & Project Accounting

Jobot; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

401(k)

ICHRA health coverage

Limited travel requirements

Direct access to leadership

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Construction Controller in Northbrook, IL to lead all accounting and financial operations for the company and its affiliated entities, including month-end close, financial statements, and internal controls.

You will partner with ownership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, manage project accounting and audits, and drive process improvements with a hands-on leadership style.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required or equivalent
• CPA designation preferred
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Controller or Assistant Controller experience in construction is strongly preferred
• Experience with construction accounting processes (WIP, job costing, % complete, billing) and ERP software

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial operations for the company and its affiliated entities
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Develop and maintain internal accounting controls and policies
• Oversee project accounting including WIP, job costing, and percent complete accounting

Skills

Excel

Leadership

Communication

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation preferred

Tools

Procore

Sage

Viewpoint

Foundation

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Construction Controller in Northbrook, IL to lead all accounting and financial operations for the company and its affiliated entities, including month-end close, financial statements, and internal controls.

You will partner with ownership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, manage project accounting and audits, and drive process improvements with a hands-on leadership style.