Construction Controller - WIP & Profitability Leader

Australia-Employment; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful work

Leadership exposure

Scale accounting processes

Project-driven environment

Career growth

Collaborative culture

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Construction Controller in Concord, CA to lead accounting operations for complex construction projects. You will oversee job costing, revenue recognition, WIP reporting, and project financials while partnering with PMs and executives to improve profitability.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and CPA is preferred. This on-site role offers a path to broader financial leadership and impact on project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required or equivalent experience.
• CPA strongly preferred for construction accounting leadership.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Manage revenue recognition per GAAP and construction standards.
• Oversee job costing and ensure accurate capture and reporting of costs.
• Prepare and analyze WIP schedules, % complete, cost-to-complete, gross profit, and revenue recognition.
• Collaborate with PMs and Operations to analyze project financial performance and variances.
• Oversee AIA billings, progress billings, retainage, AR, and collections.
• Review lien waivers, subcontractor compliance, and other project financial docs.
• Ensure proper accounting for change orders, commitments, and indirect costs.
• Monitor project margins and identify risks and cost overruns.
• Lead monthly/year-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain internal controls over project accounting, billing, and cash flow.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow projections.
• Provide financial analysis to leadership and aid decision making.
• Assist with audits, tax compliance, and external reporting.

Skills

CPA preferred

Construction accounting

GAAP expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Construction ERP software

Excel

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Construction Controller in Concord, CA to lead accounting operations for complex construction projects. You will oversee job costing, revenue recognition, WIP reporting, and project financials while partnering with PMs and executives to improve profitability.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and CPA is preferred. This on-site role offers a path to broader financial leadership and impact on project outcomes.