Controller

Controller, Construction (Hybrid) | Richland, WA (Tri-Cities), Quincy, WA or Rathdrum, IDJennie Joiner with The Forum Group PNW is conducting a search for a hands-on Controller for a growing, construction company. The company several locations across the Pacific Northwest. This is a chance to step into a newly combined organization that is investing in its finance function, build process from the ground up, and grow with the company, with a possible path to Corporate Controller.Location: You can be based near the company’s locations in Richland, WA (Tri-Cities), Quincy, WA, or Rathdrum, ID. The role is hybrid, onsite one week each month to drive the close, so candidates who live farther away and are comfortable traveling for that week will also be considered.Top PrioritiesConstruction industry experience, including work in progress (WIP) and percentage of completion (POC). Strong manufacturing candidates with WIP and POC experience will be considered.Hands-on monthly close experience. You have personally prepared and completed the close, not just overseen it.Operational, in-industry accounting experience. This is not a fit for someone coming straight from public accounting.Union payroll knowledge is ideal. Nonunion construction payroll experience will also be considered.What You’ll DoOwn the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including the close calendar and timeline, and work onsite with the accounting team through each closePrepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, and deliver GAAP-compliant financial statementsOwn WIP accounting, percentage of completion revenue recognition under ASC 606, cost to complete, over and under billings, retainage, and change ordersPartner with project managers and operations to validate job costs and review project margins against budgetManage intercompany accounting, along with the fixed asset and equipment ledgersServe as the primary contact for the external audit and coordinate with outside tax advisorsHandle sales and use tax, business licensing, and support for union, workers’ compensation, benefit plan, and prevailing wage auditsSupport FP&A with lender compliance reportingBuild and document the control environment, accounting procedures, and SOPsHelp align the chart of accounts and represent accounting on future system and ERP decisionsLead and develop a team of three (AP, payroll, and AR), with the team expected to grow over timeWhat We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A CPA is preferred, and a strong, experienced candidate with an MBA will also be considered.8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time as a Controller or Assistant ControllerConstruction or project-based accounting experience, including WIP, POC, retainage, and job costingExperience owning a monthly close from start to finishExperience across multiple entities, including intercompany and consolidationFamiliarity with union payroll, certified payroll, and prevailing wage reporting is a strong plusPrivate equity or acquisitive environment experience is a plusStrong Excel skills. Experience with Foundation, Procore, or QuickBooks is a plus.A roll-up-your-sleeves leader who asks questions, builds relationships, and takes full ownershipWhy Consider This Opportunity?A key seat on the finance leadership team, reporting directly to the CFOReal impact: you’ll build process, controls, and structure as the company scalesPotential to grow into a Corporate Controller roleA supportive, collaborative culture where no question is a dumb question and people are committed to your successA company that invests in its people and doesn’t micromanageNice casual environment (jeans welcome)If you’re looking for a hands-on Controller role where you can build something and grow with a company, I’d love to hear from you. Reach out to Jennie Joiner with The Forum Group PNW directly or apply online today.