Controller

Vaco by Highspring; Rockwall (TX); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a hands-on Controller for a rapidly growing construction group undergoing integration and modernisation. The role focuses on percentage-of-completion accounting, WIP reporting, and building a scalable finance function to support acquisitions.

The Controller will replace fractional accounting support, establish robust controls, and lead a small field-based accounting team while partnering with PE owners to drive long-term growth.

Responsabilités

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and transition responsibilities from the existing fractional accounting team.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain the general ledger, account reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Establish consistent accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and reporting standards across operating entities.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data to support executive leadership and private equity ownership.

Description du poste

Construction, percentage of completion and WIP accounting is required

Our client is a recently acquired, private equity-backed construction company entering an exciting period of growth and transformation. With plans to integrate multiple operating companies into a centralized platform and pursue an aggressive acquisition strategy, the organization is seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead and modernize its accounting function.

This is a high‑impact opportunity for a construction accounting professional who thrives in a lean, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building scalable processes, strengthening financial controls, and supporting business growth through acquisitions. The Controller will replace the company's existing fractional accounting support, establish a more robust internal accounting function, and manage a small team of field‑based accounting professionals.

The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting expertise, including percentage‑of‑completion accounting and work‑in‑progress (WIP) reporting, along with the ability to improve processes, integrate acquired businesses, and build an accounting infrastructure that supports the company's long‑term growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume ownership of the company's day‑to‑day accounting operations, transitioning responsibilities from the existing fractional accounting team.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain the general ledger, account reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Establish consistent accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and reporting standards across operating entities.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data to support executive leadership and private equity ownership.

Construction Accounting & Project Controls

• Oversee percentage‑of