Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) contribution

Generous PTO

Holiday shutdowns

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Controller in Bradenton, FL to lead all accounting and financial reporting functions. This role offers a clear succession path and an opportunity to drive a major ERP modernization initiative within a financially stable organization.

You will own month-end close, coordinate audits, oversee construction accounting and project-based reporting, and partner with executives to improve processes and controls while mentoring a growing finance team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience with significant exposure to construction accounting.
• Strong knowledge of WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, retainage, and project-based financial reporting.
• Experience owning the preparation and accuracy of financial statements.
• ERP implementation, conversion, or major systems upgrade experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Own month-end and year-end close processes, including audit coordination and compliance.
• Oversee construction accounting activities, including WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, retainage, and project financial reporting.
• Manage fixed asset and equipment accounting, depreciation schedules, and cost allocations.
• Partner with executive leadership to improve financial processes and provide operational insights.
• Serve as the accounting lead for ERP selection, implementation, and ongoing system optimization.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls, reporting processes, and accounting procedures.

Skills

Construction accounting

WIP reporting

Job costing

Close processes

Audits coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Controller

Salary: $115,000-$130,000
Location: Bradenton, FL

Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out

• Clear succession path with the opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role
• Play a key role in a business-wide ERP implementation and modernization initiative
• Join a financially stable organization with exceptional employee retention and long-tenured team members
• 100% employer-paid individual medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Annual company-funded 401(k) contribution with no employee match required
• Generous PTO program, including company-wide holiday shutdowns around July 4th and year-end
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture where leaders are empowered to make an impact

Key Responsibilities of the Controller:

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
• Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including audit coordination and compliance
• Oversee construction accounting activities, including WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, retainage, and project financial reporting
• Manage fixed asset and equipment accounting, depreciation schedules, and cost allocations
• Partner with executive leadership to improve financial processes and provide operational insights
• Serve as the accounting lead for ERP selection, implementation, and ongoing system optimization
• Develop and strengthen internal controls, reporting processes, and accounting procedures

Qualifications for the Controller:

• Required: 7+ years of accounting experience with significant exposure to construction accounting
• Strong knowledge of WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, retainage, job costing, and project-based financial reporting
• Experience owning the preparation and accuracy of financial statements
• Prior ERP implementation, conversion, or major systems upgrade experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Proven ability to operate as a hands-on leader in a growing, entrepreneurial environment

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