Senior Construction Controller - Project Accounting Leader

AquantUs, LLC.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AquantUs, LLC seeks an experienced Controller to oversee daily accounting for a key operating company within a large construction group serving the Southeast region.

This role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, project accounting, work-in-progress analysis, and ensuring internal controls are maintained. It will collaborate with senior leadership, project teams, and staff to drive financial accuracy and process improvements in a dynamic, project-based environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Senior Project Accountant roles.
• Extensive construction/accounting experience in project-based environments.
• Strong knowledge of revenue recognition, WIP schedules, and project forecasting.
• Experience with multi-entity consolidations and intercompany accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close ensuring policy and deadlines.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports per U.S. GAAP.
• Record intercompany transactions and support consolidated reporting.
• Ensure general ledger accuracy through reconciliations and allocations.
• Provide financial analysis on results, trends, and cash flow to leadership.
• Oversee monthly WIP process and analyze margin trends.
• Maintain accounting for government-funded projects and audits.
• Support budgeting/forecasting for overhead departments and variance analysis.
• Oversee joint ventures, distributions, and profit allocations.
• Coordinate external audits and tax filings; monitor treasury activities.
• Supervise accounting staff and drive process improvements.
• Utilize ERP/reporting systems to produce accurate financial reports.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Intercompany accounting

Project accounting

Leadership

WIP analysis

Multi-entity consolidations

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

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

CPA or CCIFP designation

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

AquantUs, LLC seeks an experienced Controller to oversee daily accounting for a key operating company within a large construction group serving the Southeast region.

This role is responsible for accurate financial reporting, project accounting, work-in-progress analysis, and ensuring internal controls are maintained. It will collaborate with senior leadership, project teams, and staff to drive financial accuracy and process improvements in a dynamic, project-based environment.