Executive Controller - Construction Growth & Strategy

CFS; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Controller to join the executive leadership team, overseeing accounting operations across multiple operating units within a construction-focused business. The role partners with company leaders on financial strategy, forecasting, budgeting, and operational performance as the organization pursues an aggressive growth plan.

The Controller will lead the month-end close, financial reporting, and tax processes, while driving process improvements and cost management across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 10+ years of accounting and finance experience.
• Prior leadership or management experience.
• Construction industry experience required; manufacturing or distribution backgrounds may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process and preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Oversee financial reporting for multiple business units
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic financial planning.
• Manage job costing and financial analysis within a construction ERP environment.
• Oversee tax preparation and union payroll processes.
• Serve as a financial business partner to executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Strategic finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

CFS is seeking a Controller to join the executive leadership team, overseeing accounting operations across multiple operating units within a construction-focused business. The role partners with company leaders on financial strategy, forecasting, budgeting, and operational performance as the organization pursues an aggressive growth plan.

The Controller will lead the month-end close, financial reporting, and tax processes, while driving process improvements and cost management across the