Senior Controller - Heavy Civil Costs & Data-Driven Finance

STRADA Search Group; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading heavy civil construction company is seeking an experienced Controller to manage financial operations and ensure accurate reporting. The role emphasizes cost accounting for projects, using tools like Viewpoint and HeavyJob for effective job costing and financial tracking. Responsibilities include supervising staff, cash flow management, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates need a degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA/CMA preferred, along with years of relevant experience in the construction sector. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of accounting experience in heavy civil construction.
• Expertise in job costing and WIP reporting.
• Strong analytical skills for variance analysis and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial operations ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Oversee job costing for heavy civil projects.
• Supervise accounting staff providing guidance on cost accounting.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Variance analysis

Leadership

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA certification

Tools

Viewpoint

HeavyJob

Equipment 360

Laserfiche

Power BI

Job description

A leading heavy civil construction company is seeking an experienced Controller to manage financial operations and ensure accurate reporting. The role emphasizes cost accounting for projects, using tools like Viewpoint and HeavyJob for effective job costing and financial tracking. Responsibilities include supervising staff, cash flow management, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates need a degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA/CMA preferred, along with years of relevant experience in the construction sector. Competitive salary and benefits offered.