Construction Controller

We’re a commercial and industrial general contractor based in Elk Grove Village with a 15+ year track record delivering complex projects across distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, food production, healthcare, and technology. We’re a lean, high-performing team that runs $1M–$20M projects and takes pride in repeat client relationships.We’re looking for a Controller who has lived inside construction accounting: someone who can build a G702/G703 in their sleep, knows why a sworn statement has to tie out to the penny before a title company will fund a draw, and has closed months in a job-cost system, not just a general ledger.This is not a general corporate accounting role. If you haven’t worked on the finance side of a general contractor or subcontractor, this position isn’t the right fit.This role reports directly to the Principals. You’ll run day-to-day accounting with support from other members of our team, and you’ll be a key partner as we grow our finance arm: better forecasting, sharper job profitability, stronger banking and bonding relationships, and over time, the team to support it.What You’ll OwnOwner billing: AIA G702/G703 pay applications, schedules of values, retainage, and backup documentation, prepared each month alongside the PMsConstruction draws: contractor’s sworn statements, partial and final lien waivers from every tier, and coordinating draw funding with title companies, lenders, and construction escrowSubcontractor and supplier compliance: no payment without the right waiver, sworn statement, and current insurance certificateAccounts payable: invoice coding to job and cost code, PM approvals, check and ACH runs, 1099sAccounts receivable: billing follow-up, collections, retainage release, and aging managementPayroll: field and office payroll, including certified/prevailing wage payroll when a project requires itJob costing and WIP: cost accuracy in ComputerEase, monthly WIP schedule, over/under billings, and cost-to-complete reviews with the PMsMonth-end close: bank and credit card reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and financial statements for the company and its affiliated real estate entitiesCash management: weekly cash position and a rolling cash flow forecast the Principals can actually make decisions fromOutside relationships: CPA (year-end and tax), bank (line of credit and covenants), surety (bonding capacity and financial submissions), and insurance broker (annual GL and workers’ comp audits)Budgeting, job profitability reporting, and financial planning with the PrincipalsInternal controls: approval workflows, segregation of duties, and documented procedures that hold up as we growSupervising and developing accounting support staffWhat We’re Looking For7+ years of construction accounting experience, including 3+ years at the Controller or Assistant Controller level with a GC or subcontractorHands-on, recent experience with G702/G703 pay applications, sworn statements, lien waivers, and title company draws (this is non-negotiable)Illinois construction experience strongly preferred; you know how draws, waivers, and the Mechanics Lien Act work hereComputerEase experience strongly preferred; experience in another construction ERP (Sage/Timberline, Foundation, Viewpoint, CMiC) consideredWorking knowledge of construction revenue recognition, percentage-of-completion, and WIP reportingPayroll experienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; substantial construction accounting experience considered in lieu. CPA a plus, not requiredAdvanced Excel; Procore familiarity a plusComfortable working directly with owners: you’ll tell the Principals what they need to hear, not what they want to hearA working Controller: you’re as comfortable running a payroll as presenting a WIP scheduleAbsolute discretion with company, payroll, and ownership financial informationStable work history; we’re a small team and continuity mattersWhat We Offer$[150,000]–$[19,000] base depending on experience401(k) with employer matchMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insurancePaid time off: holidays, vacation, sick daysAnnual company events (we actually like each other)Office location in Elk Grove VillageWho We AreWe have low turnover for a reason. We’re a lean team that does serious work, with a straightforward culture and a reputation built on doing what we say we’re going to do. Our Controller sits at the same table as the Principals; you’ll see every project, every number, and every decision. If you want to be one of many in a corporate accounting department, this isn’t the place. If you want to help build the finance side of a growing contractor, it is.