Controller

Construction Controller

Daniels Electric Corporation

Gilford, New Hampshire

$130,000–$160,000 base salary, depending on experience

Full-time

Primarily in-office; hybrid flexibility considered for an exceptional candidate

Help lead the financial side of a growing electrical contractor. Daniels Electric Corporation is seeking an experienced Construction Controller to lead our accounting function, support HR administration, and work closely with our CFO and leadership team. This is an opportunity for someone who understands construction accounting, enjoys working closely with operations, and wants their work to influence business decisions. Based in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, Daniels Electric is a second-generation electrical contracting business with more than 100 employees. Our work spans commercial construction, service and small projects, residential, and industrial electrical work. We invest in our people, value lasting relationships, and operate our own state-accredited apprenticeship training academy. As we grow, we’re looking for a controller who can deliver reliable financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and help our team understand the financial performance of the work we perform.

The opportunity

Reporting to the CFO, you will lead the accounting team and own the accuracy, timeliness, and usefulness of our financial information. You will work closely with project managers and department leaders to connect what happens in the field with what appears in the financial statements. You will also assist with HR administration, helping keep employee records, benefits, onboarding, and payroll-related processes organized and accurate. Our operating systems include BuildOps and QuickBooks Online. You will play an important role in refining the processes, reporting, and controls that connect these platforms.

What you will own

Construction accounting and WIP: Lead monthly work-in-progress reporting, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, over/underbillings, retainage, and job-cost reconciliation.

Project financial performance: Review budgets, committed costs, cost-to-complete forecasts, change orders, and margin movement with project managers. Identify concerns early and help operations act on them.

Financial reporting and close: Own the monthly close, balance-sheet reconciliations, and financial statements. Produce clear reporting that leadership can use to make decisions.

Cash flow and working capital: Support the CFO's cash-flow forecasting and oversee billing, collections, accounts payable, and payment planning.

Service and small-project reporting: Improve visibility into labor utilization, job profitability, and financial performance across our different lines of business.

Accounting team leadership: Establish clear responsibilities, develop team members, and build documented processes with dependable backup coverage.

HR and payroll support: Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, benefits enrollment and changes, employee records, and payroll coordination. Work with leadership and outside providers to administer established policies and handle employee information with discretion.

Systems and controls: Strengthen workflows between BuildOps and QuickBooks Online, improve data accuracy, and establish practical internal controls.

Planning and outside relationships: Support budgets and forecasts; coordinate with our outside CPA, banking partners, and insurance and bonding professionals.

Sister company: Perform the above roles in support of our sister company, Metro North Electric, LLC

What you bring

Substantial accounting experience, including hands-on construction or contracting accounting and responsibility at the controller, assistant controller, or accounting manager level.

Direct experience preparing and reviewing contractor WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion revenue, job costs, retainage, and cost-to-complete forecasts.

Experience leading a monthly close and producing accurate financial statements.

The ability to work productively with project managers, field leadership, and ownership—and explain financial issues in clear, practical terms.

Strong Excel skills and experience with construction accounting or field-service systems.

A proactive approach: you investigate discrepancies, address problems, and follow through.

An organized, collaborative leadership style that builds accountability and trust.

Comfort supporting HR administration, with sound judgment, discretion, and respect for employee confidentiality.

Preferred: Electrical or other specialty-trade contracting experience; QuickBooks Online and BuildOps familiarity; experience supporting both construction projects and service operations; payroll, benefits, or HR administration experience; an accounting or finance degree. A CPA is welcome but not required.

What we offer

$125,000–$160,000 base salary, based on experience and qualifications.

Health insurance, profit sharing, and a 401(k) with a 3% company contribution.

Paid time off, (8) paid holidays, training and education

Discretionary, performance-based bonusesDirect access to ownership and a meaningful voice in business decisions.

The opportunity to develop your team and improve how a growing company operates.

A relationship-focused company that invests in training and long-term employee development.

A Gilford office location in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.

We prefer an office-based controller who can build strong working relationships with the team. Hybrid flexibility may be considered for an exceptional candidate.

Apply

Submit your résumé and a brief note describing your construction accounting experience, particularly your work with WIP reporting, job costing, and accounting team leadership.We’re looking for someone who takes ownership, works well with people, and helps turn financial information into better decisions.

Pay: $125,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person