Construction Controller: Project Profit & Cash Flow Lead

UHY-US; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UHY-US is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and finance function for a growing construction and demolition client in Fresno, CA. This role focuses on accurate GAAP reporting, project profitability, cash flow, and business performance in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, CPA preferred, with expertise in job costing, percentage-of-completion, WIP reporting, and month-end close management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years progressive accounting experience in construction or similar project-driven industry.
• Experience with month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with job costing, WIP, and percentage-of-completion accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and variance analyses for executive leadership
• Oversee all aspects of general accounting, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and cash management
• Partner with project managers and operations leadership to monitor project budgets, labor costs, equipment utilization, subcontractor expenses, and overall financial performance
• Develop and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts and assist leadership with liquidity planning and working capital management
• Prepare annual budgets, financial forecasts, and support long-range business planning
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, including sales and use tax, payroll tax, property tax, and contractor licensing requirements
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits, tax preparation, and work with external auditors, banks, insurance providers, and other third-party partners
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets

Skills

GAAP knowledge

financial reporting

month-end close

cost accounting

cash flow management

data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Sage 300

CMiC

Excel

Job description

UHY-US is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and finance function for a growing construction and demolition client in Fresno, CA. This role focuses on accurate GAAP reporting, project profitability, cash flow, and business performance in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, CPA preferred, with expertise in job costing, percentage-of-completion, WIP reporting, and month-end close management.