On-Site Construction Finance Controller | Lead & Reports

JMJ PHILLIP; Northville Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Monday–Friday schedule

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations, accounting activities, credit management, and financial reporting. The role emphasizes strong accounting expertise and industry insight, with a preference for lumber/building materials or construction experience.

Responsibilities include managing GL, accounting policies, internal controls, and audits, while partnering with operations and leadership to optimize cash flow and financial performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Experience in the lumber and building materials or construction industry is highly preferred.
• CPA or CMA certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations.
• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and management analyses.
• Ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable accounting standards.
• Monitor financial performance and provide insights to leadership.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Establish and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure accurate recording and classification of financial transactions.
• Coordinate financial audits and provide required documentation.
• Oversee customer credit evaluations and account management.
• Establish and monitor credit limits and payment terms.
• Review outstanding receivables and support collection activities.
• Identify credit risks and recommend actions to minimize exposure.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Analyze variances between actual results and budgets or forecasts.
• Provide recommendations to improve financial performance and cash flow.
• Assist leadership with financial decision-making.
• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting, tax, and financial regulations.
• Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities to improve financial processes.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and financial records are maintained.
• Partner with operations, sales, purchasing, and leadership teams on financial matters.
• Provide financial guidance related to customer accounts, purchasing, inventory, and business operations.
• Communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

CPA (preferred)

CMA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations, accounting activities, credit management, and financial reporting. The role emphasizes strong accounting expertise and industry insight, with a preference for lumber/building materials or construction experience.

Responsibilities include managing GL, accounting policies, internal controls, and audits, while partnering with operations and leadership to optimize cash flow and financial performance.