Controller

Job Title: Controller

Location: Springfield, MA

Job Overview:

We are seeking a hands on, highly skilled and motivated Controller to join our team. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will oversee and manage the accounting and finance department while handling a variety of daily tasks. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in accounting, with a focus on accurate reporting, internal controls, team leadership, and leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and drive overall efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Oversight and Reporting: Responsible for all accounting functions including AR, AP, payroll, GL, job costing, and cash management. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Generate and review financial reports for management, providing insight into financial performance, trends, and analyzing data to drive opportunities for improvement. Analyze subcontractors’ confidential financial information for enrollment in Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI).

• Department Leadership: Daily involvement with all accounting team members, providing ongoing assistance, leadership, training, and development to ensure team efficiency and a collaborative working environment.
• Project Costing: Review the financial analysis of ongoing construction projects, including job costing, labor analysis, and allocation of indirect costs. Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of all project costs. Work with project teams on monthly requisitions and reporting requirements.
• External Relations: Liaison to external auditors, tax advisors, insurance brokers, and various business partners.
• Internal Relations: Serve as a vital resource and key liaison between the accounting department and project teams. Collaborate on a range of tasks, including monthly owner requisitions, job costing, and ad-hoc reporting requirements.
• Strategic Projects: Support the CFO and executive management with various projects that require detailed financial analysis and opportunities to pioneer technology platforms to improve efficiency within various departments.
• Human Resources: Work with CFO to ensure compliance with current and upcoming labor laws and regulations. Assist in the coordination and review of benefits and responsible for onboarding of employees.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of accounting experience, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or supervisory role within the construction industry preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry financials, including project cost accounting.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, tax laws, and regulatory requirements relevant to the construction industry.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Sage 300 CRE and Textura preferred but not required.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to see the big picture.
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.

Founded in 1933, we are a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated construction company that has grown to become one of the most trusted and respected builders in New England. Our corporate culture is one where teamwork, respect, craftsmanship, cost consciousness, and problem-solving are essential values. As the only Massachusetts-based contractor actively building large-scale projects as both a general contractor and construction manager, we deliver comprehensive construction solutions across diverse markets including K-12 and independent schools, higher education, healthcare, hospitality, and municipal projects. Our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability has defined our nearly 90-year legacy, ensuring that every project is completed with integrity and exceptional service. Join our team and be a part of a company where every employee’s expertise contributes to our enduring success.