Senior Construction Controller & Finance Leader

Careers at Southland; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

cap) and immediate vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal/

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an accounting leader to oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting and payroll. The role ensures compliance with GAAP, maintains internal controls, and prepares reports for management and audits.

You will lead a team, drive process improvements, manage audits, tax filings, and support decision making with timely financial data. A bachelor’s in accounting and at least seven years of progressive accounting experience are required, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience; construction industry experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret accounting requirements and project cost definitions.
• Ability to manage and develop a team toward outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication across levels.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Provide functional, technical, and process consultation to management on financial matters.
• Establish systems for timely, accurate reporting to support job cost management and forecasting.
• Supervise and train team members, set objectives and develop talent.
• Conduct regular audits; coordinate with external auditors and address findings.
• Prepare and submit federal, state, and local tax filings; monitor tax changes.
• Make independent decisions and implement resolutions; enforce policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Project management

Process improvement

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking an accounting leader to oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting and payroll. The role ensures compliance with GAAP, maintains internal controls, and prepares reports for management and audits.

You will lead a team, drive process improvements, manage audits, tax filings, and support decision making with timely financial data. A bachelor’s in accounting and at least seven years of progressive accounting experience are required, with