Construction Controller: Lead Finance & Strategy

Orionplacement; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement in Madison, WI, is seeking a Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations for a growing construction organization. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls while partnering with executives and project managers.

The role requires 2+ years of controller-level accounting in construction or mechanical contracting, with strong knowledge of job costing and profitability analysis; CPA or master's is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of Controller-level accounting experience in construction or mechanical contracting.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing accounting teams.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• CPA or Master's degree is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial operations for a growing construction organization.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability.
• Manage all accounting functions including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger.
• Partner with project managers to review job costing, labor analysis, and project profitability.
• Perform cost analysis and variance reporting to identify opportunities for improved financial performance.
• Support pricing strategies, forecasting, and long-term business planning.
• Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage insurance renewals, claims, audits, and related financial activities.
• Develop, mentor, and lead the accounting team while fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Job description

Orionplacement in Madison, WI, is seeking a Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations for a growing construction organization. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls while partnering with executives and project managers.

The role requires 2+ years of controller-level accounting in construction or mechanical contracting, with strong knowledge of job costing and profitability analysis; CPA or master's is a plus.