Controller - Civil Construction

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Controller to join our team. This role is responsible for managing the financial aspects of our company, including overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, cash flow and financial reporting. This role also involves managing insurance policies, administration of 401(k) retirement plan, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and understanding of construction accounting principles, including percentage complete accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & General Accounting:

• Prepare and analyze income statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports.
• Perform job cost tracking and analyze project profitability.
• Manage fixed assets and long-term liabilities
• Manage general ledger reconciliations and month-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and construction accounting standards.
• Monitor project costs, billings, and progress to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Work with project managers to review job costing and Work in Progress Report.
  
  

Insurance & 401(k) Management:

• Negotiate and manage company insurance policies, including general liability, workers compensation, umbrella, auto, property and health insurance.
• Evaluate insurance plans and recommend cost-effective options.
• Responsible for yearly audit of general liability, workers compensation and auto policies
• Administer and oversee 401(k) plans, including compliance, annual census, contributions and employee loans and enrollment.
  
  

Tax Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual tax and other administrative returns.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.
• Work with CPA for tax planning and tax returns and financial review.
  
  

Payroll Processing:

• Oversee weekly payroll for construction employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Review certified payroll reporting for government projects, if applicable.
• Maintain payroll records, deductions, and benefits administration.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or a related industry.
• Proficiency in construction accounting software a plus (e.g., Vista Sage 300, Viewpoint, Procore).
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Experience with percentage complete accounting and job cost tracking.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
  
  

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with project managers, clients and vendors.

Company Description

If there is one thing we have learned, it is that success is a team effort. We have enjoyed more than 40 years of proactive, successful growth in Hawaiʻi by repeatedly exceeding the expectations of our clients. PB Sullivan was founded on core principles of integrity, family values and pride in a job well done, which continue to be the driving force behind all that we do.

If there is one thing we have learned, it is that success is a team effort. We have enjoyed more than 40 years of proactive, successful growth in Hawaiʻi by repeatedly exceeding the expectations of our clients. PB Sullivan was founded on core principles of integrity, family values and pride in a job well done, which continue to be the driving force behind all that we do.