Financial Controller

Hands-on Financial Controller overseeing accounting, job costing, and financial reporting for construction and excavation projects in Ewing, Illinois.

• Oversee full accounting operations: accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and job cost accounting.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) 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 related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; construction experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Proficient with construction accounting software (Sage 300 CRE, QuickBooks Contractor, Viewpoint, or similar).
• Skilled at analyzing financial data and providing insights to leadership.
• Experienced 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) & 401(k) matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off

Job Details

• Location: Ewing, IL (On-site)
• Salary: USD 75,000 - 100,000 per year (DOE)
• Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site Only
• Ability to Commute: Ewing, IL 62836 (Preferred)
• Ability to Relocate: Ewing, IL 62836: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
• Work Location: In person