Construction Controller

• Manage and assist in processing company payroll based on weekly data file provided from the field. This includes check printing, direct deposit processing and any other accounting-related functions.
• Obtain Project Manager’s approval for subcontractor payments once the Owner payment is made.
• Write off any uncollectible receivables, labor or expenses, as directed
• Work with Operations-furnished data to ensure that monthly AIA invoices go out for all projects for which we have billing each month, along with any supporting documentation.
• Complete monthly project reconciliations and perform a monthly close on or about the 15th of each month for the month prior.
• Produce a weekly AP Aging and meet with the executive staff each week to determine what payable invoices have checks cut in the weekly AP check-run.
• Transfer budgets into Sage or other ERP using the company cost code structure and in accordance with the budget export file provided by Estimator or Project Manager.
• Hold a weekly OPENED AR meeting with the executive team to assist in collections, understand problem clients and obtain the necessary information to produce a weekly cashflow projection.
• Be the overall hub for finance and accounting on a daily basis.
• Communicate effectively with Project Managers regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services related to billing.
• For AP, ensure that the established process of 3-way match is followed timely
• Review and verify the commitments, subcontractors change orders and general conditions.
• Record Cash receipts and reconcile variances of cash receipts
• Verify the accuracy of the previously billed and paid figures on any Subcontractor’s Application for Payment.
• Work with the executive team to facilitate a monthly project forecast, WIP and financial statement
• Provide Daily, Weekly and Monthly Financial Reporting as required.
• Work with any outside accounting or consulting firms to facilitate audits.
• Manage the Staff Accountant to assist in all responsibilities herein.

KMJ's client is looking to hire a Controller with Construction Industry experience to manage company and project financials.

• 5+ years Construction Accounting experience is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP for Construction Project accounting
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations and respond to changes in priorities
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Knowledge of Customer Billing software applications (Textura, Procore, etc)
• Experience using ERP/Accounting Software