Senior Controller - Construction Finance Leader

LHH; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA

401K with employer match

Paid Time Off

Extended Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

LHH has partnered with a growing construction company to identify an experienced Controller who will lead the accounting and finance functions. Reporting to the CFO, this role oversees financial reporting, project accounting, cash flow management, and team leadership while driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include mentoring the accounting team, managing close processes, overseeing AP/AR/GL, project cost tracking, and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and project costing.
• Experience leading accounting teams of 5+ people.
• Experience with revenue recognition and cash flow management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the accounting team to manage day-to-day financial operations.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely reporting.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, and reporting accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Project costing

Revenue recognition

Cash flow management

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

SAGE 100

Microsoft Excel

Job description

LHH has partnered with a growing construction company to identify an experienced Controller who will lead the accounting and finance functions. Reporting to the CFO, this role oversees financial reporting, project accounting, cash flow management, and team leadership while driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include mentoring the accounting team, managing close processes, overseeing AP/AR/GL, project cost tracking, and budgeting.