Senior Construction Controller & Financial Strategy Leader

Marquis Industrial Services; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

MarquisConstructionServices seeks an experienced Senior Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and job cost accounting for its industrial construction activities. This hands-on financial leader reports to the CFO and drives process improvements and technology-enabled performance across the department.

The ideal candidate will have extensive construction accounting expertise, strong leadership, and a proven ability to develop high-performing accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years progressive accounting experience with at least 5 years in an accounting leadership position.
• Significant construction accounting experience, preferably in industrial construction, specialty contracting, or industrial maintenance services.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASC 606 revenue recognition, WIP accounting, and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Extensive experience with job cost management, financial reporting, and construction contract accounting.
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct all daily accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and financial reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee construction revenue recognition, WIP schedules, and contract profitability reporting.
• Ensure proper accounting for accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, equipment costs, and intercompany transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA designation (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage

Miter

Job description

MarquisConstructionServices seeks an experienced Senior Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and job cost accounting for its industrial construction activities. This hands-on financial leader reports to the CFO and drives process improvements and technology-enabled performance across the department.

The ideal candidate will have extensive construction accounting expertise, strong leadership, and a proven ability to develop high-performing accounting