Construction Project Finance Controller — Lead Job Costing

RemX | The Workforce Experts; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on company profit

Health benefits 100% employer paid

Job summary

RemX | The Workforce Experts is seeking an Assistant Controller for a civil construction client in Nashville. This role reports to executive leadership and oversees the accounting function, financial reporting, and project costing across multiple active projects.

We seek a hands-on professional with 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience in construction or project-driven environments. Strong GAAP knowledge, leadership ability, and collaboration with operations are essential for

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience in project-based industries such as construction or demolition.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with job costing, WIP reporting, project accounting and profitability analysis.
• Ability to analyze budgets, estimate-to-complete reporting, cost-to-complete projections.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounting staff and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Lead month/year-end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations and financial statements.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual GAAP reports with accuracy.
• Oversee job costing, cost allocation and project profitability reporting.
• Collaborate with project managers and operations to monitor financial performance.
• Support audits and serve as primary contact for auditors and lenders.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Job costing

WIP reporting

Project accounting

Cost variance analysis

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

RemX | The Workforce Experts is seeking an Assistant Controller for a civil construction client in Nashville. This role reports to executive leadership and oversees the accounting function, financial reporting, and project costing across multiple active projects.

We seek a hands-on professional with 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience in construction or project-driven environments. Strong GAAP knowledge, leadership ability, and collaboration with operations are essential for