Controller - Construction

Jobot; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Lansing, MI is seeking a Controller for a construction-focused organization to lead accounting operations and provide strategic financial oversight. This on-site, permanent role offers executive exposure and the opportunity to influence project profitability across a diverse client portfolio.

You will drive close, budgeting, cash flow, and compliance while mentoring finance staff and partnering with operations leaders to improve performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Construction industry accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and financial forecasting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Supervise accounting and finance personnel.
• Partner with operations leaders to support project financial performance.
• Manage banking relationships, audits, and financial reporting requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Job cost accounting

WIP reporting

Financial forecasting

Construction industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Controller - Construction

$110000 - $145000 per year | Lansing, MI | On-site | Permanent

Take ownership of the financial operations for a well-established construction organization with strong leadership, long-term stability, and a visible impact on business performance.

An established commercial construction company with a long-standing presence in Michigan is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations and provide strategic financial oversight. The organization serves a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, industrial, and specialty construction clients.

Why join us?

• Direct influence on company financial strategy and performance
• Stable organization with strong market reputation
• Leadership role with executive visibility
• Diverse project portfolio and business operations
• Competitive salary, bonus potential, and benefits package

Job Details

Summary of Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and financial reporting
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Supervise accounting and finance personnel
• Partner with operations leaders to support project financial performance
• Manage banking relationships, audits, and financial reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA preferred
• 7+ years of accounting experience with leadership responsibilities
• Construction industry accounting experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and financial forecasting
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.