Operational Controller, Multi-Entity Construction

Hoffman-Construction; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Healthcare benefits including primary

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Hoffman Construction seeks an Operational Controller reporting to the CFO to oversee financial operations for self-perform entities and equipment yard activities. The role drives standardization of accounting practices and strong financial controls across multiple entities, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews.

Responsibilities include leading project accounting, improving cost controls, and partnering with operations to enhance profitability.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of financial/ accounting experience, construction or project-based preferred.
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar field.
• CPA license preferred but not required.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and project accounting experience.
• Experience with cost-to-complete analysis and revenue/margin analysis.
• Ability to lead and develop finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership for multiple self-perform entities and equipment yard ops.
• Establish and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting standards.
• Lead the Project Accounting function: structure, staffing, hiring, and development.
• Develop project forecasts, validate job profit forecasts and cost-to-complete estimates.
• Partner with operations to improve financial performance and decision making.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses and special projects as needed.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP knowledge

Project accounting

Forecasting

Cost-to-complete analysis

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership & coaching

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

Economics or Business Administration

Tools

ERP system experience

Job description

Hoffman Construction seeks an Operational Controller reporting to the CFO to oversee financial operations for self-perform entities and equipment yard activities. The role drives standardization of accounting practices and strong financial controls across multiple entities, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews.

Responsibilities include leading project accounting, improving cost controls, and partnering with operations to enhance profitability.