Regional Controller – Construction & Infrastructure Finance

LHH; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO accrual

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

LHH, in partnership with a leading construction and infrastructure services client, seeks a Regional Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple business units. This high-visibility leadership role offers the opportunity to influence financial strategy, improve processes, and partner closely with operational leadership on large-scale projects.

The successful candidate will manage GAAP-compliant close, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and budgeting, while mentoring staff and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Strong construction accounting experience (Project Accounting, WIP reporting, Job costing).

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for a region.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Oversee WIP reporting, revenue recognition, project cost tracking, and margin analysis.
• Develop and maintain forecasts, budgets, and financial models for regional operations.
• Partner with construction and operational leaders to drive financial performance and support decision-making.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including oversight of payroll-related activities.
• Analyze financial results and communicate key trends, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, controls, and reporting accuracy.
• Support audits, compliance requirements, and corporate reporting initiatives.
• Assist with system and process optimization within the accounting and project management environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Construction accounting

WIP reporting

Job costing

GAAP knowledge

Education

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

Job description

LHH, in partnership with a leading construction and infrastructure services client, seeks a Regional Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple business units. This high-visibility leadership role offers the opportunity to influence financial strategy, improve processes, and partner closely with operational leadership on large-scale projects.

The successful candidate will manage GAAP-compliant close, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and budgeting, while mentoring staff and