Senior Controller

Controller | Construction / Project-Based AccountingWe are partnering with a growing, acquisitive organization to identify a Controller for a recently acquired business representing the company’s largest acquisition to date at approximately $115M.This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role for someone who understands the complexities of construction and project-based accounting and can step into an evolving environment, strengthen processes and controls, and help drive the integration of the business.The ideal candidate will bring deep Percentage of Completion (POC) and WIP accounting expertise, strong people leadership skills, and experience driving meaningful change in a fast-paced organization.What You’ll DoLead the accounting and finance function for the business unit, partnering closely with the President and corporate finance leadershipOwn the monthly close process, financial reporting, reconciliations, variance analysis, and operational reportingProvide leadership around POC accounting, WIP schedules, job costing, project reviews, milestone billing, and project profitabilityPartner with operational leaders to improve visibility into project performance, margins, forecasts, and financial resultsLead budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and treasury activitiesStrengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAPSupport the integration of a significant acquisition, including systems, processes, controls, and reportingIdentify and implement process improvements across accounting and operational financeLead, develop, and mentor the local accounting teamWork closely with leadership to drive change and establish greater discipline and consistency throughout the organizationWhat We’re Looking ForSignificant accounting leadership experience, ideally at the Controller levelExtensive hands-on POC and WIP accounting experienceStrong understanding of job costing, project accounting, revenue recognition, and construction/project-based financial reportingExperience within construction, engineering, specialty contracting, or another multi-project environmentPrior acquisition integration experience strongly preferredProven success with process improvement and change managementStrong people leadership and team-development skillsSystems-savvy with ERP implementation or enhancement experience; StarBuilder experience is a plusCPA and/or public accounting background preferredPrivate equity-backed company experience is a plusA hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality with the ability to operate effectively in an evolving environmentWillingness to work on-site and drive operational change quickly