Controller

Hi-Way Paving Inc; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Training & safety

Job summary

Hi-Way Paving Inc. is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations from our Dublin, OH headquarters. You will lead the accounting team, supervise financial reporting, and maintain strong internal controls to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes construction project cost management, job costing, and contract oversight, with a focus on timely payroll, AP/AR processing, and detailed financial analyses for budgeting and forecasting of large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience; at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with construction accounting, including project cost management, job costing, and contract management.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (Viewpoint/Vista).

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team to foster a collaborative work environment.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes for timely and accurate invoicing, payments, and collections.
• Oversee payroll processes; review and approve payroll reports.
• Prepare, review, and present accurate financial statements and analyses; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting for construction projects; monitor variances.
• Track and manage project costs (labor, materials, subcontractors) against budgets.
• Assist in designing and implementing internal controls to protect assets and ensure accuracy of reporting.
• Ensure compliance with tax filings, audits, and industry regulations.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Payroll

Accounts payable/receivable

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree

CPA certification

Tools

Viewpoint/Vista

Job description

Description

At Hi-Way Paving, we are general contractors in the construction field that specialize in significant amounts of concrete paving, storm drainage, and excavation on highways and airfields.

We are seeking a Controller who will oversee accounting operations within our company, ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. This role involves managing a team of accounting professionals, supervising financial reporting, and maintaining robust internal controls. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction accounting, proficiency with accounting systems, and a commitment to our core values.

This role will be located at our home office in Dublin, OH.

What You'll Do:

• Team Leadership:
  • Supervision: Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team with a focus on fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment.
  • Delegation: Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring workload distribution is balanced and deadlines are met.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and collections.
• Payroll: Oversee the payroll process. Review and approve payroll reports. Ensure all employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and present accurate financial statements, reports, and analyses, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist with developing and monitoring budgets for construction projects, providing detailed financial forecasts and conducting variance analyses to manage project costs effectively.
• Project Accounting: Track and manage project costs, including labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses, ensuring alignment with project budgets and timelines.
• Internal Controls: Assist with the design and implementation of internal controls to protect company assets and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial regulations, including tax filings, audits, and industry-specific requirements.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for enhancing accounting processes and implement best practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field required. Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience required; at least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with construction accounting, including project cost management, job costing, and contract management.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (Viewpoint/Vista).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and development in the growing and essential construction industry.
• A commitment to excellence and professionalism through building and supporting high-performing teams.
• An open, inclusive, and innovative family-owned business environment focused on training and safety for all employees.

About Hi-Way Paving

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is a general contractor in the heavy/civil construction space focusing on projects involving significant amounts of concrete paving on airfields.

We operate in several southeastern and midwestern states with current job sites in Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina, as well as corporate/back-office operations in Ohio (our headquarters) and remote locations. We perform most of our work and services as a prime contractor, but occasionally serve as a subcontractor on principal contracts with federal, state, and other governmental agencies as well as private owners.

At Hi-Way, we are doers, innovators, and leaders in concrete paving and construction technology. We’re proud of our people, our work, and our quality. As a team member, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career in the growing and essential construction industry and work on a team consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams from the job site to our Dublin, Ohio headquarters. Learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity through this legal overview and supplement.