Project Controller

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group, Ltd. is seeking a Project Controller for the Building division in Mount Pleasant, WI. This role supports large megaprojects, coordinating P&L, forecasting, and owner/subcontractor billing while mentoring junior staff.

Ideal candidates have a accounting degree with 3–5 years of construction accounting experience and proficiency in CMiC or similar ERP systems, plus strong communication skills and some travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of construction accounting experience.
• Experience with CMiC or other ERP systems.
• Ability to read and interpret financial statements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with subcontractors and management.
• Some light travel required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate P&L on megaprojects (typical values near $1B).
• Mentor and train project accountants.
• Represent company in owner and JV meetings.
• Oversee cost forecasting and owner billing.
• Review cost reports and ensure bookings monthly.
• Provide analytical information to Operations leadership.
• Manage accounts receivable and collection coordination.
• Finalize job closeout and document handling.
• Journal entries for confidential items.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

CMiC ERP

Job description

Project Controller for our Building Division located in Mount Pleasant, WI.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex work
• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development
• Flexibility in career path & progression
• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

Responsibilities

• Coordination of P&L on project with large contract values (generally close to or over $1billion)
• Mentor and train Project Accountants and Associate Project Accountants if applicable
• Represent the company in owner and JV meetings and relations.
• Manage all job and subcontractor-related duties listed below on mega projects:
• Heavy involvement in cost forecasting
• Coordination of owner billing
• Develops strong relationship with project staff
• Detailed review of all line items of cost report
• Provide analytical information to project Operations team on individual jobs (Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager level)
• Report issues and findings to Business Group Accounting Manager and project staff
• Review to ensure all cost and billings are booked in the proper months
• Run and review report of outstanding accounts receivable and contact Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager for collection
• Finalize job closeout, including providing final documentation to owner and handling any open issues
• Coordination of documentation on legal issues
• Journal entry cost as necessary for confidential items

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting or equivalent
• 3-5 years of construction accounting experience required
• Experience in CMiC or other ERP systems preferred
• Experience in reading or interpreting financial statements
• Strong verbal and written skills needed to communicate with external subcontractors and internal mid to upper level management
• Some light travel involved

Division: Building

Job Category: Project Management

Job Type: Full_time

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail]. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran