
Controller - Construction Accounting
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Job Description
We're hiring an experienced Controller with a strong construction accounting background to lead financial operations for a growing construction organization in Columbia, Missouri. Candidates local to the Columbia area or open to relocating are welcome, and relocation assistance is available for the right person.
Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000+ base, plus bonus opportunity up to 30%.
Responsibilities:
- Own monthly close and financial reporting across the organization and its subsidiaries
- Prepare and manage WIP (work-in-progress) reports and over/under billing analysis
- Oversee percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and progress billing
- Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity, and investment decisions
- Handle intercompany accounting and consolidations across multiple entities
- Prepare board-level financial reviews and presentations for ownership and leadership
Requirements:
- Controller or senior accounting leadership experience in construction
- Deep knowledge of WIP reporting and percentage-of-completion billing
- Experience with multi-entity/subsidiary accounting and consolidations
- Track record managing investment and cash flow issues
- Able to build clear, board-ready financial reviews
- CPA and bachelor's in Accounting or Finance preferred
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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