Financial Controller

Oak Hill Contractors, LLC is seeking a hands on Financial Controller to lead accounting, job costing, and financial reporting for its construction and excavation site work operations. This on site role is based in Ewing, Illinois, with a salary range of USD 75,000 to 100,000 per year, dependent on experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and job cost accounting.
• Produce timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain Work in Progress schedules and monitor project profitability.
• Track budgets, costs, and margins for excavation and site development projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and estimators to capture labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor costs accurately.
• Develop and manage budgets and cash flow forecasts to support operations and capital needs.
• Oversee payroll processing for field and shop personnel, including certified payroll when required.
• Monitor equipment costs, utilization, maintenance, and depreciation.
• Review subcontractor invoices, lien waivers, and insurance certificates for compliance.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and bonding agents for reporting and audits.
• Lead and mentor accounting staff, promoting accuracy and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with construction experience strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, and percentage of completion revenue recognition.
• Proficiency with construction accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE, QuickBooks Contractor, Viewpoint, or similar tools.
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Experience in equipment cost tracking and capital budgeting.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with project teams.

Technologies

• Sage 300 CRE
• QuickBooks Contractor
• Viewpoint

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Working Conditions

• Full-time, on-site position in Ewing, IL.
• Standard business hours with occasional extended hours during month-end, year-end, or major project reviews.

Ability to Commute

Location preference: Ewing, IL 62836 (Preferred).

Ability to Relocate

Relocation to Ewing, IL 62836 before starting work is preferred.

Work Location

In person