Controller

Aris Amplify; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Aris Amplify is seeking a Controller to act as the financial backbone of the organization, partnering with executive leadership to oversee financial reporting, job costing, project accounting and cash flow management.

The ideal candidate will bring deep construction accounting expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to develop scalable financial processes and controls to support sustained growth. This role bridges finance with business development and field operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Seven to 10 years of accounting leadership experience within the construction industry.
• Deep expertise in job cost accounting, WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Experience with municipal construction billing processes.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and advanced Excel modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly WIP schedules.
• Manage percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Partner with project managers and estimators to monitor budget vs. actual project costs.
• Manage municipal billing, owner draws and retainage tracking.
• Review subcontractor requisitions, lien waivers and insurance compliance.
• Track project change orders and protect project margins.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes.
• Maintain financial reporting in GAAP compliance.
• Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable and payroll.
• Prepare executive reporting including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow analysis.

Skills

Construction accounting

Job costing

GAAP reporting

Excel modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

The Controller will serve as the financial backbone of the organization, working closely with executive leadership to oversee financial reporting, job costing, project accounting and cash flow management.

This role bridges finance, business development and field operations, ensuring project performance is tracked accurately and financial strategy supports continued growth. The ideal candidate will bring deep construction accounting expertise, strong analytical skills and the ability to develop scalable financial processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Accounting and Job Costing

• Prepare and analyze monthly work-in-progress (WIP) schedules.
• Manage percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Partner with project managers and estimators to monitor budget vs. actual project costs.
• Manage municipal billing, owner draws and retainage tracking.
• Review subcontractor requisitions, lien waivers and insurance compliance.
• Track project change orders and protect project margins.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes.
• Maintain financial reporting in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
• Prepare executive reporting, including profit and loss (P&L), balance sheet and cash flow analysis.

Cash Flow and Capital Management

• Build forward-looking cash flow forecasts tied to project lifecycles.
• Manage company banking relationships and operating accounts.
• Oversee financial aspects of insurance and bonding programs.

Audit, Compliance and Internal Controls

• Serve as the liaison for external CPA firms and annual audits.
• Manage lender reporting and financial covenant compliance.
• Implement scalable internal financial controls and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with tax reporting, sales tax and prevailing wage requirements.

Systems and Leadership

• Optimize accounting and project management systems integration.
• Supervise, mentor and develop accounting staff.
• Maintain HR financial records, including benefits and payroll reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Seven to 10 years of accounting leadership experience within the construction industry.
• Deep expertise in job cost accounting, WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Experience with municipal construction billing processes.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and advanced Excel modeling skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CMA or CCIFP designation.
• Experience in high-growth or acquisition-focused organizations.
• Experience supporting M&A diligence and integration.

Key Strengths

• Construction accounting and project finance expertise
• Strong understanding of job costing and project profitability
• Advanced financial analysis and forecasting
• Strategic cash flow management
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to partner effectively with project and operational teams
• Leadership and team development
• Process improvement and internal controls
• Strong communication and executive-level reporting
• Ability to thrive in a growth-oriented environment

About Aris Amplify

This search is being conducted by Aris Amplify, a Charles Aris Inc. company. We specialize in connecting top-tier talent with growth-oriented companies across the country in accounting and finance, engineering and operations, sales and marketing, and HR and executive support — all on a contingent basis. We are committed to creating meaningful connections between exceptional talent and dynamic organizations through a focused, efficient and personalized recruiting process. Learn more about our approach at charlesaris.com/aris-amplify-recruiting-services.