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Controller

Ledgent Finance & Accounting
Fairfield, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2025
Job Summary

We are looking for a Construction Controller to manage our financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, and job costing. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, cost control, and compliance with industry regulations.



Responsibilities

  • Oversee accounting processes (AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger).
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and industry-specific regulations.
  • Prepare financial statements and manage cash flow.
  • Track job costs and budgets to ensure project profitability.
  • Ensure compliance with tax laws and audits.
  • Improve accounting systems and processes.
  • Work with project managers and leadership on financial planning.
  • Lead and mentor the accounting team, ensuring adherence to best practices.



Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction accounting or financial management.
  • Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and contract accounting (percentage-of-completion method).
  • Proficiency in construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300, Viewpoint Vista, Procore, Foundation)
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership and communication abilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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