Controller

Leoforce; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce in Charlotte, NC seeks a Controller to oversee all accounting operations and lead the close process in a fast-growing construction environment.

You will manage job costing, budgeting, and WIP reporting, partnering with project managers to optimize margins, while ensuring GAAP-compliant reporting and strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Progressive accounting and financial management experience in construction.
• Experience overseeing accounting operations and financial reporting.
• CPA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including accounts payable and receivable, GL, payroll, and reconciliations.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes with accuracy.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and management reports.
• Manage construction job costing, budgets, and profitability analysis.
• Collaborate with project managers to review performance and margins.
• Oversee WIP reporting and revenue recognition for contracts.
• Develop internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning activities.
• Manage QuickBooks and streamline reporting workflows.
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Controller

Location: Charlotte,NC, US

Contract: Permanent

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Experience

Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll accounting, and account reconciliations.
• Lead accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Manage construction job costing, including project budgets, cost allocations, committed costs, and profitability analysis.
• Partner with project managers to review financial performance, investigate variances, and identify opportunities to improve margins.
• Oversee work-in-progress reporting and ensure appropriate revenue recognition for construction contracts.
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets, strengthen financial accuracy, and support compliance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning activities.
• Manage QuickBooks and related accounting systems, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and improve reporting.
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals to support audits, tax filings, and other reporting requirements.
• Guide and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including experience in the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and construction accounting practices, including job costing, work-in-progress reporting, and revenue recognition.
• Proven ability to manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes accurately and efficiently.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks or equivalent accounting software, along with strong Excel skills.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and project profitability reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with leadership, accounting staff, and construction project teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

A bit about us

A growing construction company with strong benefits and room for growth.

Why join us

A growing construction company with strong benefits and room for growth.

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