Construction Controller

Location: Cleveland, OH

Position Type: Full Time, Office Based

Industry: Construction

Overview

We are partnered with a civil contractor in Cleveland to appoint a newly created Controller position to lead financial operations, direct risk management, and serve as a strategic partner to the executive team as the business continues to grow and transform.

Working directly with the Owner / CEO, you will take full ownership of accounting, WIP management, cash flow forecasting, banking/bonding relationships, as well as administrative oversight and business transformation initiatives. This is a hands on leadership role fit for a proven leader who understands the nuances of the construction sector and has the ability to drive process improvements and systems overhaul.

Deliverables

• Lead accounting operations across job costing, AP, AR, billing, payroll, and general ledger.
• Act as a commercial partner to the CEO/Owner, developing and supporting strategic business and succession planning.
• Direct monthly close, financial reporting, and WIP schedules under US GAAP standards.
• Manage banking, credit lines, and surety bonding capacity to support ongoing projects.
• Partner with Estimators and PMs on bid strategy, equipment CapEx and project margins.
• Drive active collections, timely project billing, and cash flow forecasting.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and external CPA and partner relationships.
• Upgrade job cost accounting systems to streamline field/office workflows.
• Direct and encourage the automation of financial and administrative workflows.

Requirements

• Significant progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a financial leadership role in the construction or engineering sector.
• Deep knowledge of WIP schedules, POC accounting, and job costing.
• Direct experience managing financial operations and payroll.
• Strong background in managing banking credit lines and surety bonding relationships.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with non-financial stakeholders.
• CPA designation is preferred.
• Proficiency with construction specific software.

Package

• Starting base salary of $140,000 to $180,000 depending on experience.
• Performance bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• PTO plus paid company holidays.