Project Controller

Davita Inc.; Hartford (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction industry seeks a Project Controller responsible for managing project budgets and ensuring financial integrity. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in operational accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in construction accounting principles. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team, support project success, and foster career development in a dynamic environment, with work-from-home options available.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of operational accounting experience.
• Experience in Construction, Telecom, or Manufacturing industries.
• Strong knowledge of contractual and legal terms.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and financial forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and project closeouts.
• Prepare and present financial reports to leadership.
• Investigate financial anomalies and inquiries.

Skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Post-secondary business degree

Tools

JD Edwards

Construction accounting software

Job description

Description

As a Project Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the financial integrity of high-impact projects. You'll manage project budgets, provide insightful reporting, oversee cost management, and lead financial forecasting efforts. Your understanding of contract requirements will ensure accurate billing and financial compliance, working closely with project managers, contractors, and the finance team to deliver projects on time and within budget.

In this leadership role, you'll guide and mentor the Project Accountants, overseeing activities like accounting administration, cost reporting, and audits. Your leadership, training, and performance management will foster a high-performing team that drives project success and supports career development.

Join our Financial Operations team today!

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Ensure compliance with Builder's Lien Act, holdback requirements, payment processes, contract terms, and project closeouts.
2. Collaborate with project management to complete monthly reviews and deliver accurate cost reports.
3. Prepare and present performance summaries and project progress reports to leadership.
4. Develop and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial plans to ensure expenditures align with goals.
5. Manage cost and profitability reporting, ensuring alignment with KPIs.
6. Guide the team in preparing LEMs, invoices, and progress claims, ensuring adherence to processes and contracts.
7. Provide timely financial reports to Project Management & Operations teams.
8. Investigate financial anomalies and inquiries, providing interpretation and resolution.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 6 years of operational accounting experience.
2. Experience supporting industries like Construction, Telecom, or Manufacturing.
3. Post-secondary business degree preferred.
4. Strong knowledge of contractual, legal, and commercial terms in construction.
5. Understanding of construction methods and processes.
6. Financial acumen including equipment utilization, rates, capital decisions, and profitability analysis.
7. Proficiency in construction accounting principles and software.
8. Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail; advanced MS Office skills.
9. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
10. Experience with construction administration, contract terms, and JD Edwards is a plus.

Work Conditions:

• This position offers work-from-home options, with occasional requirements to attend the office or project sites as needed.

Additional Information

Ledcor Group of Companies is a diversified construction company recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America. We offer a comprehensive rewards package supporting your well-being and opportunities for skill development.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ledcor is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We provide adjustments in our hiring process upon request. Applicants must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization.

For more information about our inclusion initiatives, visit our I&D page. To request accommodations, contact us via email.

Location: Hartford, KY