Controller | HR Admin

NorthPoint Search Group; Woodstock (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an experienced HR Controller in Woodstock, GA to oversee payroll accounting, compensation analysis, and benefits financial oversight in a construction-focused environment.

You will ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic workforce cost planning, partnering with HR and Finance across field and corporate operations in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in accounting or finance with exposure to HR or payroll.
• Experience in construction or project-based environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, benefits accounting, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP systems experience.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll accounting, accruals, and reconciliations using QuickBooks Online.
• Partner with HR leadership on compensation and benefits cost analysis for field and project employees.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Develop and maintain HR-related financial reporting and forecasting models.
• Support audits related to payroll, benefits, and employee expenses.
• Analyze workforce metrics to inform strategic decisions across construction operations.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Payroll systems

Benefits accounting

ERP systems

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Labor law compliance

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or advanced degree preferred

7+ years accounting/finance with HR/payroll exposure

Construction/project-based experience preferred

Excellent communication

Tools

QuickBooks Online

ERP systems

Job description

Job TitleHR Controller

Who

A growing and well-capitalized organization within the construction industry is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented HR Controller to oversee financial operations related to human resources.

What

The HR Controller will manage payroll accounting, compensation analysis, benefits financial oversight, and ensure compliance with all financial and regulatory HR requirements using tools such as QuickBooks Online.

When

This is an immediate need for a full-time, permanent position.

Where

The role is based in a hybrid work environment in Woodstock, Georgia.

Why

This position is being added to support organizational growth and enhance financial transparency across HR operations within a construction-focused business.

Office Environment

Professional, collaborative, and fast-paced environment with cross-functional interaction between finance and HR teams supporting field and corporate operations.

Salary

Competitive base salary with bonus potential and comprehensive benefits package.

Position Overview

The HR Controller serves as a key liaison between HR and Finance, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strategic workforce cost planning in a construction industry environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll accounting, accruals, and reconciliations using QuickBooks Online
• Partner with HR leadership on compensation and benefits cost analysis, particularly for field and project-based employees
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Develop and maintain HR-related financial reporting and forecasting models
• Support audits related to payroll, benefits, and employee-related expenses
• Analyze workforce metrics to support strategic decision-making across construction operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in accounting or finance with exposure to HR or payroll functions
• Experience supporting the construction industry or similar project-based environments preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, benefits accounting, and compliance requirements
• Experience working with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting platforms
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally