Controller - Construction

Dagen; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction finance organization in Houston is seeking a Controller to oversee financial reporting and team management. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in construction accounting and will lead a finance team in a dynamic setting. This role requires strong budget preparation skills and knowledge of compliance in subcontracting. A bachelor's degree in accounting is required, with potential exposure to Viewpoint Vista being a plus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction accounting, including 5+ years at Controller level.
• Experience with managing finances across multiple locations.
• Strong understanding of subcontracting business and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger and monthly close process.
• Prepare and review financial statements ensuring accuracy.
• Lead a finance team of 8-10 members managing reporting and budgeting.

Skills

Construction accounting

Team leadership

Budget preparation

Financial reporting

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Viewpoint Vista

Job description

Overview

Direct message the job poster from Dagen. This on-site role supports a $200 million organization that is expected to grow to $300 million. The current CFO fosters mentorship and growth within the team. The position is on-site daily in Houston, TX.

If you are ready to transition from long public accounting hours to a Controller role, this opportunity involves leading a finance team and managing the general ledger, close processes, and financial reporting for multiple offices and potential acquisitions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the general ledger and monthly close process
• Prepare financial statements and ensure timeliness and accuracy
• Review financial statements and perform account reconciliations for irregularities
• Lead compliance efforts pertaining to labor, subcontracting and other regulations
• Prepare budgets and provide reporting to monitor them

The role will manage a team of 8–10, including GL and project accounting, with responsibility for multiple locations and reporting, and the integration of potential acquisitions.

Job Requirements

• 10+ years in construction accounting with 5+ years at Controller level
• Experience with multiple locations preferred
• Strong understanding of subcontracting business (e.g., lien laws, labor compliance, bonds)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting
• CPA is not required but a plus
• Exposure to job costing and percent complete/work-in-progress is required
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista is a plus

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Construction and Building Construction

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