Project Controller

Venteon; Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon is seeking a Project Controller to join our Dallas-Fort Worth, TX team. This on-site role partners with divisional leaders and project managers to ensure accurate financial performance reporting across contracts and projects.

You will monitor contract costs, ECAC, and forecasting metrics, collaborating to review variances, drive profitability, and support budgeting and strategic decision-making. This position requires strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to risk and

Qualifications

• Strong financial analysis, accounting, and reporting experience.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and financial performance metrics.
• Understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, profitability analysis, and operational finance.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to operational and non-financial leaders.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close for the assigned division(s) and ensure accurate revenue, costs, margins, SG&A, and EBITDA reporting.
• Update project financial data including contract values, ECAC, and forecasting metrics.
• Review project performance with Project Managers, including forecasts and margins.
• Analyze results to identify variances, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Produce monthly financial reports and performance reviews for Division VPs and leadership.
• Provide clear explanations of financial results and drivers to stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting and forecasting

Operational finance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Vista accounting software

Job description

Venteon is currently seeking a Project Controller to fill an opening with a company located in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Join a leading construction services platform with a focus on advanced, multi-trade project execution and ongoing service maintenance. Work closely with divisional leadership and project managers to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reporting of divisional financial performance. Support strategic decision-making and operational success through financial insight and disciplined financial management. Be part of a collaborative team environment with visibility to corporate leadership and opportunities for professional growth. This is a fully on-site position with no travel required.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Lead the month-end close process for assigned division(s). Ensure accurate reporting of revenue, job costs, margins, SG&A, and EBITDA. Maintain and update project financial data, including contract values, Estimated Cost at Completion (ECAC), and other forecasting metrics. Partner with Project Managers to review project performance, job costing, forecasts, and margin expectations. Analyze financial results and identify key variances, trends, risks, and opportunities. Support Division Vice Presidents in preparing monthly financial reports and performance reviews. Provide clear explanations behind financial results and performance drivers. Deliver financial insights related to profitability, cost structure, backlog conversion, revenue pacing, and margin performance. Support leadership with forecasting, budgeting, and operational decision-making. Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions. Monitor divisional SG&A expenses to ensure proper coding, allocation, and budget alignment. Track overhead trends and investigate significant variances. Ensure divisional EBITDA accurately reflects operational performance and allocated costs. Promote consistent financial practices across divisions and ensure compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Serve as the primary financial liaison between divisional leadership and Corporate Finance. Support special projects, management reviews, and ad hoc financial analyses as needed.

WHAT IS REQUIRED

• Strong financial analysis, accounting, and reporting experience.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and financial performance metrics.
• Understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, profitability analysis, and operational finance.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to operational and non-financial leaders.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build trusted partnerships with operational leaders.
• Strong business acumen and financial judgment.
• Proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.
• Commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Background in construction industry finance and experience with project-based business models.
• Proficiency with Vista accounting software (or ability to learn quickly).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Construction, contracting, or project-based accounting experience.
• MEP industry experience.
• Strong understanding of EBITDA, overhead management, and job-driven financial models.
• Experience supporting multiple business units or divisions.
• Experience working in a growing organization undergoing process improvement and standardization.
• Private equity environment experience.
• Proven ability to operate independently without direct staff.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with operations leadership.