Construction Controller: WIP, Job Costing & Profitability Leader

Bobit Business Media; Churchville (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bobit Business Media is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations across construction projects. You will manage job costing, WIP reporting, and project financials while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

Lead budgeting, audits, and a finance team, delivering insights to optimize profitability and efficiency. A CPA is preferred, with substantial construction accounting experience, in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting/finance experience with at least 3 years in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting principles including WIP reporting and job costing.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software such as Sage, Foundation, Viewpoint, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end close
• Manage job costing, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project financial reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes
• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards, covenants, and internal controls
• Coordinate annual audits and work directly with external CPA firms and banking partners
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency
• Monitor project costs, labor reporting, subcontractor expenses, and contract billing
• Develop and improve accounting systems, reporting tools, and financial processes
• Partner closely with operational leadership to support strategic decision-making
• Supervise and mentor accounting and payroll staff

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Leadership

Deadline-driven

Operational oversight

Education

CPA designation preferred

Tools

Sage

Foundation

Viewpoint

Job description

Bobit Business Media is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations across construction projects. You will manage job costing, WIP reporting, and project financials while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

Lead budgeting, audits, and a finance team, delivering insights to optimize profitability and efficiency. A CPA is preferred, with substantial construction accounting experience, in a fast-paced setting.