Construction Financial Controller - Job Costing & WIP

CFO Strategies LLC

Port Reading (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

CFO Strategies LLC in the United States seeks an experienced accountant to manage general accounting for multiple clients, with emphasis on construction accounting, % complete, and WIP reporting. The role reports to senior CFO Strategies staff and serves several client accounts with on-site and remote support.

The right candidate will have construction accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel/Sage skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
Construction accounting experience required; AIAs preferred.
Excel proficiency with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables; Sage products preferred.
GAAP knowledge and strong accounting fundamentals.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical with attention to detail and ability to improve processes.
Able to work with senior executives and mentor others.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day accounting for multiple client accounts and periodic reporting.
Monitor cash position and prepare cash flow projections; maintain GL and reconciliations.
Assist in financial statements using percentage of completion for construction clients.
Evaluate accounts receivable and collections.
Coordinate with project managers to report job costs and percentage of completion.
Prepare work-in-progress schedules and external-party reports.
Support audits and monitor internal controls; implement improvements.
Back up accounting records daily; contribute to the internal control environment.