Division Controller - Construction Finance Leader (Hands-On)

The Hiring Method, LLC; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

401(k) match

PTO

Disability coverage

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

Frey Consulting Group in Englewood, Colorado, is seeking a Division Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a key construction division. This hands-on role partners with operations and executive leadership to own month-end close, financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, and internal controls.

Applicants should have 5+ years in construction accounting, a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, and strong proficiency with Excel. CPA or MBA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Construction industry accounting experience required.
• Previous accounting leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience analyzing P&L performance, budgets, forecasts, and operating results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the division's month-end close process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting financial schedules.
• Partner closely with operations and executive leadership to analyze financial performance, project results, profitability, and business trends.
• Analyze actual performance against budgets and forecasts, identify variances, and provide actionable financial insights.
• Support construction-related financial reporting and ensure project activity is accurately reflected in division results.
• Manage cash flow, cash forecasting, and other treasury-related activities for the division.
• Strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, reporting accuracy, and overall financial discipline.
• Support annual audits, tax preparation, and implementation of new accounting standards and policies.
• Develop and improve management reporting to provide greater visibility into operational and financial performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Senior and Staff Accountants while creating accountability across the accounting function.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Frey Consulting Group in Englewood, Colorado, is seeking a Division Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a key construction division. This hands-on role partners with operations and executive leadership to own month-end close, financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, and internal controls.

Applicants should have 5+ years in construction accounting, a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, and strong proficiency with Excel. CPA or MBA is preferred.