Controller

Controller

Location: Reno, NVReports To: Ownership / Executive LeadershipEmployment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing, field-driven construction and site development company. This role requires a strong understanding of construction accounting, job costing, and operational finance, paired with the ability to provide clear financial insight to leadership.

This is not a CFO role. The ideal candidate is a senior-level Controller who enjoys being close to the business, working alongside operations, and helping leadership make informed financial decisions as the company continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll coordination, and month-end close

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements

• Maintain GAAP compliance and strong internal controls

• Improve accounting processes, reporting, and systems

• Oversee job costing, WIP reporting, and project cost tracking

• Partner with project managers and operations to monitor budgets, margins, and job performance

• Identify trends, cost overruns, and opportunities for improved profitability

• Assist ownership with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

• Provide practical financial insights to support operational and growth decisions

• Develop straightforward financial reporting that leadership can act on

• Monitor cash flow, receivables, and payables

• Support banking relationships, bonding, insurance coordination, and audits

• Assist with financial risk management and compliance efforts

• Work closely with operations, project teams, and executive leadership

• Serve as a trusted financial partner while remaining detail-oriented and hands-on

• Help scale financial systems and processes to support continued growth

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience

• Strong background in construction accounting, job costing, and WIP

• Experience working directly with ownership or senior leadership

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused

Preferred

• CPA or equivalent certification

• Experience in heavy civil, site development, excavation, or infrastructure environments

• Experience with construction accounting or ERP systems

Ideal Candidate Profile

? Senior Controller or experienced Accounting Manager ready for the next step? Construction-focused financial background? Strategic thinker who remains hands-on? Comfortable in a fast-paced, operations-driven environment? Long-term mindset