Cusack's Masonry Restoration, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Controller and Finance Manager to steer financial operations for a growing construction contractor. This on-site role in Hubbardston, MI, combines GAAP accounting, payroll management, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and project costing to support ongoing growth and operational efficiency.
Summary
This position functions as a practical finance partner, overseeing accounting and financial management for a expanding construction business, with responsibilities spanning GAAP compliance, payroll, budgeting, cash flow, and project cost oversight.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Process payroll and certified payroll reporting
- Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting reports
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
- Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts
- Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities
- Collaborate with the external CPA
- Maintain accurate job costing
- Monitor project profitability and labor performance
- Track work-in-progress (WIP)
- Prepare project cost reports and aging reports
- Support project managers with financial information
- Monitor budgets and cost overruns
- Prepare cash flow forecasts
- Assist with budgeting and financial planning
- Develop KPIs and management dashboards
- Analyze profitability by project, customer, and business segment
- Recommend process improvements and internal controls
- Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives
- Maintain accounting and project documentation
- Assist with contract administration
- Ensure compliance with payroll, tax, insurance, and lien requirements
- Coordinate audit and reporting requests
- Support estimating and operations as needed
- Oversee licensing and other regulatory requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of accounting experience
- Construction accounting experience
- Strong understanding of job costing
- Excellent Excel skills
- Experience with QuickBooks
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- High degree of integrity and attention to detail
Technologies
- Microsoft Excel
- QuickBooks
- PlanGrid
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
What we’re looking for
- Acts as a true business partner, not solely an accountant
- Participates in the business management team
- Enjoys identifying and implementing system improvements
- Communicates financial information in practical, actionable terms
- Takes ownership and follows through on commitments
- Seeks long-term growth with a successful company
Compensation
Compensation will be competitive and based on experience. Salary range is $60,000 to $85,000 per year. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, and additional benefits based on qualifications.
