Controller

Metal Building Industries; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Metal Building Industries seeks an experienced Controller to oversee accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management for our PEMB-focused commercial construction operations.

You will partner with project managers and leadership to analyze performance, drive improvements, and ensure strong internal controls. A CPA/CMA is favorable; 5+ years in construction accounting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years progressive accounting and financial management experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, strongly preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA) favorable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial operations including financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and management reports to support business decisions.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and collection activities to maintain financial stability.
• Oversee construction accounting functions including job costing, WIP reporting, project billing, retainage tracking, and profitability analysis.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Partner with project managers and leadership to analyze project performance and improve financial results.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, regulatory compliance activities, and financial documentation.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting processes, and financial systems.
• Lead and develop accounting team members, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Interest in construction industry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA favorable

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Join a growing commercial construction company where your success is measured by the relationships you build, the opportunities you create, and the projects you help bring to life.

Metal Building Industries (MBI) is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee our accounting and financial operations and help drive informed business decisions. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, project accounting, internal controls, and construction‑related financial analysis.

The ideal candidate is a strong accounting professional who enjoys partnering with leadership and project teams to improve financial performance, strengthen processes, and support profitable growth. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, and enjoy turning financial data into actionable insights, we’d like to hear from you.

MBI specializes in the design, supply, and installation of complex Pre‑Engineered Metal Buildings (PEMB) for the commercial construction market. Through our innovative 3D‑native design workflow, we deliver projects faster, with greater coordination, and at a higher level of quality than traditional approaches.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the company’s accounting and financial operations, such as financial reporting, month‑end close, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, forecasts, budgets, and management reports that support business decisions.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and collection activities to maintain financial stability.
• Oversee construction accounting functions, including job costing, WIP reporting, project billing, retainage tracking, and profitability analysis.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Partner with project managers and company leadership to analyze project performance, identify trends, and improve financial results.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, regulatory compliance activities, and financial documentation requirements.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting processes, and financial systems.
• Lead and develop accounting team members while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 or more years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, strongly preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA) favorable but not required.

Why Join MBI?

At MBI, we value integrity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with leadership, influence key business decisions, and help strengthen the financial foundation of a growing construction organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.