Controller

Randstad USA; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA in Exton, PA, seeks a seasoned Controller to lead finance for our luxury residential construction and renovation portfolio. You will oversee project costing, margins, and financial controls, guiding growth across dozens of high-end projects.

You will manage the finance team, drive real-time reporting to executive leadership, and implement robust processes for close, cash flow, and budgets in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting leadership in construction.
• 3+ years as Controller, Accounting Manager, or Senior Construction Accountant in residential/construction industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA/CCIFP preferred.
• Mastery of Construction Job Costing, WIP Schedules, and Draw/Progress Billings.

Responsibilities

• Direct all monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with GAAP-compliant statements.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, treasury management, and credit lines for active projects.
• Develop KPIs, forecasts, and annual budgets for the firm.
• Lead job costing and protect gross margins across projects.

Skills

Job costing

WIP reporting

Percent completion

Change order controls

Progress billings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CCIFP preferred

Tools

Sage 100/300

Buildertrend

QuickBooks Online

CoConstruct

Job description

job summary:

Controller - Residential Construction & Renovation

Industry: Luxury Residential Construction & Custom Renovation

Location: Main Line, PA (Philadelphia Suburbs)

Position Type: Full-Time / On-Site

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary

ABOUT THE FIRM

We are a premier, fast-growing design, build, and residential renovation firm operating across the regional market. With an energetic, modern, and highly collaborative team of 60+ professionals, we are expanding our operational footprint into a secondary Main Line facility. To lead our finance department through this next phase of scaling, we are seeking a strategic, hands‑on Controller to oversee all financial operations, project accounting, financial reporting, and cash flow management.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Controller will serve as the financial leader of the business, reporting directly to executive leadership. This role goes beyond traditional accounting – you will be the guardian of project profitability, gross margins, and financial controls across dozens of high-end renovation and custom build projects. You will manage the finance team, optimize financial workflows, ensure bulletproof job costing, and provide executive leadership with real‑time financial reporting to guide strategic growth.

This position requires an assertive, tech-forward financial leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment and possesses deep expertise in construction job costing, WIP (Work in Progress) reporting, and margin management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Executive Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Direct all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, producing timely, accurate GAAP‑compliant financial statements for executive review.
• Oversee corporate cash flow forecasting, treasury management, lines of credit, and capital allocation across active projects and multi‑office operations.
• Develop, monitor, and present key performance indicators (KPIs), financial forecasts, and annual corporate budgets.

2. Advanced Construction Job Costing & Profitability Management

• Lead the job costing function to ensure real-time tracking of actual vs. budgeted costs across all active custom builds and major renovations ("Are we making money on this project?").
• Maintain and analyze WIP (Work in Progress) reports, percentage-of-completion accounting, and over/under billing schedules to protect gross margins.
• Establish strict oversight on project pricing, change order approvals, progress billings, and subcontractor cost allocations.

3. Internal Controls, Audits & Compliance

• Design, implement, and enforce robust internal financial controls, processes, and policies to protect company assets and maintain data integrity.
• Manage tax compliance, including multi‑jurisdictional sales and use tax, state/local tax filings, and year‑end audit/CPA firm coordination.
• Oversee insurance policies, worker’s compensation audits, subcontractor compliance (insurance/lien waivers), and banking relationships.

4. Team Management & Operational Optimization

• Lead, mentor, and elevate the internal accounting team (AP, AR, Payroll, and Bookkeeping).
• Leverage and evaluate modern cloud‑based construction accounting ERPs and project management software to automate manual processes and scale workflows efficiently.
• Partner with Project Managers and Estimators to drive financial accountability across all field and office operations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Experience: 7-10+ years of progressive accounting leadership, with at least 3+ years as a Controller, Accounting Manager, or Senior Construction Accountant within the residential construction, commercial build, or specialty trade industries.
• Education & Credentials: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA, Master's in Accounting, or CCIFP (Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional) preferred.
• Core Technical Expertise: Mastery of Construction Job Costing, WIP Schedules, Percentage-of-Completion Accounting, Change Order Controls, and Draw/Progress Billings.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with modern construction ERP systems (e.g., Sage 100/300 Contractor, Buildertrend, QuickBooks Online, CoConstruct, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (financial modeling, data aggregation).
• Leadership & Culture Fit: Thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑velocity, modern environment. Possesses exceptional leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills to match an energetic, high‑growth team.

location: Exton, Pennsylvania

job type: Permanent

salary: $120,000 - 140,000 per year

work hours: 9 to 5

education: Bachelor's degree

experience: 7 Years

skills: $0-50 million

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.