Controller - General Contractor

NorthPoint Search Group; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking a hands-on Controller for a growing commercial contractor in Villa Rica, GA. You will lead the accounting team, deliver accurate financial reporting, and provide meaningful financial insight to guide business decisions.

This in-office leadership role requires 4+ years of construction/project accounting experience, strong job costing, and a proactive management style. CPA is preferred but not required; collaboration with ownership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• 4+ years of construction/project-based accounting experience.
• Hands-on leadership with ability to manage and execute.
• CPA designation preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting with insights into performance and risks.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow forecasting.
• Develop and manage the annual budgeting process.
• Lead Revenue Recognition and WIP meetings with operations leadership.
• Improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Ensure tax compliance and regulatory filings.
• Serve as primary financial contact for banks, auditors, and tax advisors.
• Partner with operations to improve job costing and profitability analysis.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop the accounting/finance team.

Skills

Job costing

WIP accounting

Financial reporting

Leadership

Excel

Communication

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Controller - General Contractor

Who

A growing commercial contractor is seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead its accounting function and partner closely with ownership.

What

Lead the accounting team while delivering accurate financial reporting, improving processes, and providing meaningful financial insight to support business decisions.

When

This is a full‑time opportunity available immediately.

Where

Villa Rica, Georgia.

Why

Join a growing organization where your financial leadership will directly influence operational success and long‑term growth.

Office Environment

This is an in‑office leadership role working closely with executives, operations, and the accounting team.

Salary

Competitive compensation based on experience plus a comprehensive benefits package. Position Overview Our client is looking for an experienced Controller who thrives in a hands‑on leadership role. This individual will oversee the accounting function, provide strategic financial guidance, improve internal processes, and ensure the business has accurate, timely financial information to make informed decisions. This is not a position for someone who prefers to delegate from a distance—we're looking for a leader who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and working alongside the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month‑end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting with insights into business performance, trends, and potential risks.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow forecasting.
• Develop and manage the annual budgeting process.
• Lead monthly Revenue Recognition and Work in Process (WIP) meetings with operations leadership.
• Improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax filings and licensing requirements.
• Serve as the primary financial contact for banks, auditors, bonding companies, and tax advisors.
• Partner with operations to improve job costing, profitability analysis, and financial decision‑making.
• Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop the accounting and finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of construction or project‑based accounting experience.
• CPA designation is preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, Work in Process (WIP), revenue recognition, and month‑end close.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams of approximately 5–10 employees.
• Hands‑on leadership style with the ability to both manage and execute.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and accounting systems experience.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information in a clear, practical manner.
• Highly organized, accountable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing organization.