Construction Controller: Lead Multi-Entity Finances & Growth

Smartsearchonline; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement options

Paid time off

Job summary

Smartsearchonline is seeking a Construction Controller in Bellflower, CA, to own the financial engine behind active construction and development initiatives across multiple entities including property management, hospitality, and restaurant operations.

You will partner with ownership and project leadership to improve job costing, strengthen WIP accuracy, guide investment decisions, and drive sustainable growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics.
• 7–10 years of accounting experience with direct California construction exposure.
• Proficiency with Sage 300 CRE and advanced Excel.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting and construction industry requirements.
• Commercial General Contractor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide full financial oversight across multiple entities, including monthly financial statements, cash forecasting, intercompany reconciliations, audits, and tax reporting.
• Lead construction accounting, including job costing, WIP schedules, progress billings, and subcontractor payments using Sage 300 CRE.
• Oversee property management accounting, including budgets, tenant billings, and tax considerations.
• Manage hospitality and restaurant accounting including payroll, inventory valuation, and sales tax filings.
• Lead HR and administrative functions, including benefits, compliance, and HR software platforms.
• Act as primary IT liaison for accounting software and vendor contracts.
• Manage and mentor a small accounting/HR team across payroll and project accounting.
• Collaborate with leadership to support strategic growth.

Skills

Financial oversight

Leadership

Multi-entity accounting

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/economics

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Toast POS

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Smartsearchonline is seeking a Construction Controller in Bellflower, CA, to own the financial engine behind active construction and development initiatives across multiple entities including property management, hospitality, and restaurant operations.

You will partner with ownership and project leadership to improve job costing, strengthen WIP accuracy, guide investment decisions, and drive sustainable growth in a fast-paced environment.