Construction Controller: Profitability & Controls Lead

Institute of Management Accountants, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute of Management Accountants, Inc. is seeking a Controller to lead the financial operations for a growing construction business in Burlington, MA. The role focuses on accurate reporting, project-level financial performance, and long-term planning in a hands-on environment.

You will guide daily accounting activities, partner with project managers and ownership, and shape financial processes to scale while ensuring strong internal controls and risk management.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and clear communication skills.
• Experience with construction accounting and job costing.
• Proficiency in WIP reporting and financial analysis.
• Ability to coordinate with project managers and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.
• Manage job costing, project profitability, and WIP reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash flow.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with project managers and ownership on project financial performance.
• Manage banking relationships, audits, insurance, and bonding requirements.

Skills

leadership

communication

problem-solving

construction accounting

job costing

WIP reporting

Job description

Institute of Management Accountants, Inc. is seeking a Controller to lead the financial operations for a growing construction business in Burlington, MA. The role focuses on accurate reporting, project-level financial performance, and long-term planning in a hands-on environment.

You will guide daily accounting activities, partner with project managers and ownership, and shape financial processes to scale while ensuring strong internal controls and risk management.