Controller - Construction

Jobot; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Controller to lead financial operations for a Wilmington, MA construction-focused organization. You will own month-end close, job costing, budgeting, cash flow, and internal controls while guiding the finance team and partnering with project managers and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in construction accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and hands-on ERP experience. This on-site role offers growth and influence across multiple projects and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience at controller/Accounting Manager level.
• Construction industry experience or project-based environment.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and internal controls.
• Experience with construction ERP software and Excel mastery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end close with GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
• Monitor job costing, project budgets, and overall project profitability.
• Manage WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion, and revenue recognition.
• Oversee cash flow, AR/AP, billing, and retainage.
• Lead accounting team and collaborate with project managers and executives.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Financial analysis

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Viewpoint Vista

CMiC

Procore Financials

Job description

Controller - Construction

$120000 - $145000 per year | Wilmington, MA | On-site | Permanent

Growing Company, Great Projects, Strong Team

A bit about us:

We are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the company’s accounting and financial operations within the construction industry. This individual will be responsible for financial reporting, job costing, budgeting, cash flow management, and internal controls while ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with applicable accounting standards. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of construction accounting, including work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, project profitability, and subcontractor management.

Why join us?

Opportunity to play a key leadership role in the company's financial and operational performance.

Direct partnership with executive leadership and project teams.

Ability to improve accounting processes, financial visibility, and project profitability.

Opportunity to contribute to the company's continued growth and long‑term success.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee the month‑end and year‑end close processes, prepare financial statements, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Job Costing & Project Accounting: Monitor project budgets, job costs, labor expenses, materials, subcontractor costs, and overall project profitability. Analyze cost variances and identify opportunities to improve margins.
• WIP & Revenue Recognition: Manage work‑in‑progress (WIP) schedules, percentage‑of‑completion calculations, overbillings and underbillings, and revenue recognition for construction projects.
• Cash Flow & Working Capital: Oversee cash flow forecasting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, collections, and retainage to maintain healthy working capital.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Partner with project managers and executive leadership to develop annual budgets, project forecasts, and financial plans.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Establish and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls while ensuring compliance with tax regulations, financial reporting requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop the accounting team, oversee daily accounting operations, and promote accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Project & Operational Support: Collaborate with project managers, operations, and executive leadership to review project performance, evaluate cost overruns, monitor change orders, and support strategic decision‑making.
• Audit & Tax Coordination: Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners to support audits, tax filings, and financial compliance.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Evaluate and improve accounting processes, reporting tools, and financial systems to increase efficiency, accuracy, and visibility into business performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager capacity.
• Prior experience in the construction industry or a project‑based business environment.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting, including job costing, WIP schedules, percentage‑of‑completion accounting, retainage, and project profitability.
• Experience overseeing month‑end close, financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and applicable tax and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing and developing an accounting team.
• Proficiency with construction accounting software and ERP systems such as Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, CMiC, Procore Financials, or similar platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyze complex financial and operational data.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to partner effectively with project managers, operations teams, and executive leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with general contracting, commercial construction, civil construction, or specialty contracting.
• Experience supporting multiple projects, entities, or business units.
• Familiarity with subcontractor agreements, lien waivers, change orders, bonding requirements, and construction contract billing.
• Experience implementing accounting systems, strengthening internal controls, and improving financial reporting processes.

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.

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