High-Visibility Construction Controller—Path to CFO

ThinkingAhead Executive Search; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard full-time benefits package including health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Company holidays

Collaborative and employee-focused culture

Job summary

ThinkingAhead Executive Search is partnering with a respected construction company in Oakland, California, to find a Controller eager to advance to a CFO role. This position oversees daily accounting and partners with executives on financial reporting and operational improvements.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in construction accounting, and will be able to lead a team while ensuring compliance and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading accounting teams and managing staff effectively.
• At least 5 years in accounting roles with a focus on construction.
• Capable of WIP reporting and understanding project completion accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting and financial operations within a project-based environment.
• Manage project accounting, financial reporting, and operational accounting activities.
• Support billing, receivables, payables, payroll, and cash flow processes.

Skills

Leadership and oversight of accounting support staff

5+ years of accounting experience within the construction industry

WIP reporting and percentage of completion accounting

ServiceTitan or similar field service management software experience

Financial statement preparation and analysis

Payroll administration and payroll taxes

Accounts receivable and monthly billings execution experience

Job description

ThinkingAhead Executive Search is partnering with a respected construction company in Oakland, California, to find a Controller eager to advance to a CFO role. This position oversees daily accounting and partners with executives on financial reporting and operational improvements.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in construction accounting, and will be able to lead a team while ensuring compliance and process improvements.