Construction Controller - Profitability & Systems Lead

Ghj; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Job summary

GHJ, an ESOP-owned specialty construction firm, seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, improve project costing, and enhance financial reporting in Los Angeles. You will partner with operational leadership, drive the monthly close transition, and guide the Accounting Manager while implementing new systems.

The role emphasizes labor costs, overhead allocation, and profitability analysis, with a hands-on leadership style and collaboration with a Fractional CFO.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting and accounting operations leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

GHJ, an ESOP-owned specialty construction firm, seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, improve project costing, and enhance financial reporting in Los Angeles. You will partner with operational leadership, drive the monthly close transition, and guide the Accounting Manager while implementing new systems.

The role emphasizes labor costs, overhead allocation, and profitability analysis, with a hands-on leadership style and collaboration with a Fractional CFO.