Onsite Construction Controller – WIP & Job Costing

gpac; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Controller for our construction clients in Spring, Texas. The ideal candidate will oversee day-to-day accounting, WIP reporting, and job costing, ensuring GAAP-compliant financials and accurate month-end closes.

Hands-on Foundation Software experience is required, with ability to collaborate directly with project managers and ownership on financial decisions. The role is fully onsite with no remote work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within construction
• Must have construction contracting experience
• Must have hands-on Foundation Software experience
• Strong WIP and job-costing experience required
• Experience with construction financial reporting
• Strong understanding of GAAP and month-end close
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work onsite and collaborate directly with ownership and operations

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations
• Manage WIP reporting, job costing, and project financials
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger
• Monitor job profitability, costs, and cash flow
• Work closely with Project Managers and ownership
• Manage month-end and year-end close
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting
• Maintain accurate construction accounting records and reporting
• Improve accounting processes and internal controls

Skills

Construction accounting

Foundation Software

WIP reporting

Job costing

GAAP

Month-end close

Job description

gpac is seeking an experienced Controller for our construction clients in Spring, Texas. The ideal candidate will oversee day-to-day accounting, WIP reporting, and job costing, ensuring GAAP-compliant financials and accurate month-end closes.

Hands-on Foundation Software experience is required, with ability to collaborate directly with project managers and ownership on financial decisions. The role is fully onsite with no remote work.