Controller – Construction

Leeds Professional Resources; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Professional Resources is seeking a senior construction accounting leader in West Palm Beach to run financial reporting, budgeting, and cost control for ongoing projects.

You will manage WIP schedules, analyze job costs, and ensure profitability while adhering to GAAP and regulatory requirements. The role interfaces with project managers, estimators, and executives to optimize cash flow and financial performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years in construction accounting with supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in construction accounting software, strong analytical abilities, and knowledge of GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements and analyze job costs; maintain WIP schedules.
• Monitor project expenses, manage cash flow, and forecast financial needs.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and GL.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, insurance requirements, and contract terms.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and executives to review profitability.

Skills

Analytical skills

GAAP knowledge

Construction accounting software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Exciting opportunity to join a strong and growing construction/real estate firm based in West Palm Beach. This role manages the financial, accounting, and cost control functions for construction projects. They oversee budgets, WIP schedules, invoicing (AIA billing), and cash flow, ensuring profitability and compliance with industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare monthly financial statements, analyze job costs, and maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Budget & Cost Control: Monitor project expenses, manage cash flow, and forecast financial needs.
• Accounting Operations: Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and GL.
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure compliance with tax laws, insurance requirements, and contract terms.
• Collaboration: Work with project managers, estimators, and executives to review profitability.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: 7+ years in construction accounting with supervisory experience.
• Skills: Proficiency construction accounting software, strong analytical abilities, and knowledge of GAAP.