Assistant Controller

Assistant Director at Chesapeake Search Partners Chesapeake Search Partners is seeking an Assistant Controller with deep construction accounting expertise and a strong desire to grow into a future leadership role. This is a hands on position that will help contribute to process improvements, systems optimization, and long term organizational growth. The ideal candidate is someone with a strong work ethic, a desire to learn, and the motivation to grow overtime. Key Responsibilities Manage and execute day-to-day construction accounting functions with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Lead and support Work in Progress (WIP) and revenue recognition processes. Oversee and analyze job costing Work extensively with data to identify trends, streamline workflows, and support department reporting needs. Leverage strong systems knowledge to enhance existing platforms. Identify and drive process improvements to improve efficiency Partner with leadership on accounting activities Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required. 10+ years of construction accounting experience. 3–5 years of hands-on WIP and revenue recognition experience. Extensive job costing knowledge with demonstrated practical application. 5+ years working with data, reporting, and analysis.Broad knowledge of accounting systems and technology. System implementation experience, including involvement in at least one major software rollout preferred. Experience with Sage 300 CRE preferred. Experience with Procore preferred. Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Construction For more information, please contact Patrick Fitzgerald at Chesapeake Search Partners. Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Get notified about new Assistant Controller jobs in Columbia, MD. #J-18808-Ljbffr