Controller / Accountant & Finance Manager

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.