Senior Construction Controller — NYC Luxury Projects

CLT Recruiters; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CLT Recruiters is seeking a Controller for a prominent luxury residential and hospitality construction firm in Long Island City, NY. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for financial operations, accounting practices, and team management.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in construction accounting, a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, and a minimum of 7 years experience, including 3 years within the construction sector. The company values leadership and innovation in financial reporting and management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, 3+ years in construction.
• Proficiency in AIA billing and percentage-of-completion reporting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare financial statements and manage project budgets.
• Oversee subcontractor compliance and manage cash flow.

Skills

Construction accounting

Job costing

Financial analysis

GAAP compliance

Strong analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA, CMA, or CFMA preferred

Tools

Construction accounting ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CLT Recruiters is seeking a Controller for a prominent luxury residential and hospitality construction firm in Long Island City, NY. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for financial operations, accounting practices, and team management.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in construction accounting, a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, and a minimum of 7 years experience, including 3 years within the construction sector. The company values leadership and innovation in financial reporting and management.