Senior Construction & Development Controller

Frederick Fox; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick Fox is seeking an experienced Construction & Development Controller to lead the accounting function for its development and construction operations. This senior role oversees development and construction accounting, including job costing, draw packages, cash forecasting, and closings, partnering with Development, Construction, and Finance leadership.

The ideal candidate has multifamily or commercial real estate experience, demonstrates strong analytical and leadership skills, and

Qualifications

• Significant accounting experience in real estate development and construction.
• Strong knowledge of development accounting and construction job costing.
• Experience with construction and ownership draw packages.
• Experience in project setup, monthly job costing, and closings.
• Strong understanding of cash management and development‑level cash forecasting.
• Experience with AIA billings and lien releases.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor accounting professionals.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced organization with multiple active projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting activities for the company’s development and construction portfolio.
• Manage construction job costing, including new project setup, monthly cost reporting, cost maintenance, and project-level accounting.
• Oversee and prepare monthly construction lender and ownership draw packages, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Lead the accounting and financial aspects of development and construction project closings.
• Manage development-level cash requirements, cash forecasting, and funding needs.
• Oversee AIA billings, lien releases, and other construction-related accounting documentation.
• Monitor project costs, commitments, budgets, funding, and financial performance.
• Partner with Development, Construction, Accounting, and Finance teams for timely financial information.
• Establish and enhance accounting procedures, internal controls, reporting processes, and scalable systems.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to the accounting team.
• Communicate financial results and issues with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Construction accounting

Development accounting

Job costing

Draw packages

Cash forecasting

Leadership & mentoring

AIA billings

Job description

Frederick Fox is seeking an experienced Construction & Development Controller to lead the accounting function for its development and construction operations. This senior role oversees development and construction accounting, including job costing, draw packages, cash forecasting, and closings, partnering with Development, Construction, and Finance leadership.

The ideal candidate has multifamily or commercial real estate experience, demonstrates strong analytical and leadership skills, and