Controller/CFO

Mack & Associates, Ltd.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401k with employer contribution

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

A well-established construction company based in Chicago is looking for a Controller/CFO to oversee financial operations and ensure the company's financial health. The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in construction accounting, particularly in work-in-progress reporting. The role is hybrid and offers a compensation of up to $160,000 depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401k with employer contribution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in construction accounting.
• Expertise in work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and analysis.
• Experience preparing lien waivers and managing related documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations, including oversight of cash flow and liquidity planning.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Manage relationships with banks and oversee lines of credit.

Skills

Construction accounting

Work-in-progress (WIP) reporting

Financial statement analysis

Cash flow forecasting

Union payroll processing

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Sage

Vista

Job description

A well-established construction company located in Chicago is seeking a Controller/CFO to join their leadership team. This hybridposition offers compensation up to $160,000, depending on experience, and will play a critical role in overseeing the financial health and operations of the business. This organization is known for its close-knit, collaborative team, and long-tenured employees, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k with employer contribution and a discretionary bonus. Experience in the construction industry and with all aspects of preparation of WIP schedules is required.

Key Responsibilities of the Controller/CFO:

• Lead all financial operations, including oversight of cash flow and liquidity planning
• Develop and maintain short- and long-term cash flow forecasts on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports
• Manage relationships with banks and oversee lines of credit and other financing arrangements
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and the preparation of projected financial statements
• Coordinate and manage year-end audit preparation and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors
• Administer insurance programs, including property and casualty coverage
• Manage bonding requirements, licensing, and compliance documentation
• Review and administer subcontractor agreements and related financial obligations

Qualifications of the controller/CFO:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in construction accounting
• Demonstrated expertise in work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and analysis
• Experience preparing lien waivers and managing related documentation
• Proficiency with construction accounting systems such as Sage, Vista, or comparable platforms
• Experience with union payroll processing and union-related reporting requirements
• CPA designation preferred but not required