Onsite Construction Controller — WIP & Job Cost Lead

Pennington; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennington Concrete & Utilities seeks an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead its accounting function in a family-owned, close-knit environment in Euless, Texas. The role covers day-to-day accounting, month-end close, payroll and tax compliance, and staff development.

A strong background in construction accounting, with WIP reporting and job costing, is required. Sage 100 Contractor experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong background in construction accounting, including WIP reporting and job costing.
• Experience leading accounting teams and processes in a construction environment.
• On-site work requirement in Euless, TX.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily accounting operations and accounting staff
• Manage the month-end close process and review financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules
• Prepare and review WIP schedules, job costing, cost allocations, and cost reclasses
• Prepare monthly financial reporting and dashboards for leadership
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, intercompany activity, bank reconciliations, and recurring entries
• Review AR aging and retention balances and monitor outstanding reconciliation items

Skills

Construction accounting

WIP reporting

Job costing

Leadership

Tools

Sage 100 Contractor

Job description

Pennington Concrete & Utilities seeks an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead its accounting function in a family-owned, close-knit environment in Euless, Texas. The role covers day-to-day accounting, month-end close, payroll and tax compliance, and staff development.

A strong background in construction accounting, with WIP reporting and job costing, is required. Sage 100 Contractor experience is preferred.