Growth-Driven Construction Controller

Orion Group; West Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Group is seeking a growth‑m minded Controller to lead the corporate accounting team responsible for construction job costing and general accounting functions. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, project cost controls, and interaction with project managers to drive timely billings and cash flow.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction accounting, strong proficiency with Viewpoint Spectrum and Microsoft Office, and professional certifications (MBA/CPA/CMA) are a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction accounting and management of a construction accounting department.
• Working knowledge of construction accounting software; Viewpoint Spectrum is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and ability to learn new systems.
• Experience managing external auditors and CPA audits.

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers to ensure timely, accurate accounting and reporting of all job cost information, including percentage of completion, budgets, contracts, adjustments, and billings.
• Prepare monthly job cost and percentage of completion schedules and budget variance reports; record WIP entries.
• Meet with project teams weekly to ensure accuracy of project billing.
• Review subcontractor and vendor billings and related paperwork (lien waivers, certifications).
• Analyze trial balance for accuracy and perform month-end processing as needed.

Skills

Data analytics

Visualization

Self-management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

MBA

CPA

CMA

Tools

Viewpoint Spectrum

Excel

Power BI

Accounting software

Job description

Orion Group is seeking a growth‑m minded Controller to lead the corporate accounting team responsible for construction job costing and general accounting functions. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, project cost controls, and interaction with project managers to drive timely billings and cash flow.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction accounting, strong proficiency with Viewpoint Spectrum and Microsoft Office, and professional certifications (MBA/CPA/CMA) are a plus.