Controller - Construction

Staff Financial Group; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Controller to manage financial operations and support the CFO. This full-time role in Alpharetta, GA, involves overseeing accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and leading a team. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of construction accounting experience and expertise in job costing. Attractive salary of $140k-$150k plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in accounting software necessary for construction.
• Strong job costing and billing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, job costing, and billing functions.
• Collaborate with CFO on budgeting and reporting.
• Manage month-end close and financial statements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Job costing

Sales tax compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Foundation Software

Sage 300/Timberline

Procore

Job description

Controller – Construction

Who: A strong, stable Construction firm.

What: Seeking a Controller to support the CFO and lead a small team of accountants.

When: Hiring immediately for a full-time position.

Where: Alpharetta, GA

Why: Due to growth and continued success, financial leadership is needed to ensure strong internal controls and project accounting.

Office Environment: Collaborative, fast-paced, and team-oriented atmosphere.

Salary: $140k-$150k plus bonus, and excellent benefits

Position Overview

We’re looking for a hands‑on Controller with experience in construction accounting to manage day‑to‑day financial operations, support the CFO, and lead a small team. This individual will be instrumental in maintaining accuracy in job costing and billing while ensuring compliance and financial clarity across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead general accounting, job costing, and billing functions.
• Collaborate with CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Manage month‑end close and financial statement preparation.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, and payroll functions.
• Ensure compliance with sales tax and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with project managers and operations for financial tracking.
• Implement and optimize use of financial and construction software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in Foundation Software, Sage 300/Timberline, or similar.
• Familiarity with Procore or equivalent project management software.
• Strong job costing and AI billing experience.
• Sales tax compliance experience is a plus.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.