Construction Controller

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. About the Opportunity Our client, a well-established and growing construction company in the Woodstock, GA area, is seeking a Construction Controller to lead its accounting and financial operations. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing job cost accounting, financial reporting, WIP management, and partnering with operations to drive project profitability. This position is ideal for a hands-on construction accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building processes, managing teams, and supporting executive decision-making. Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement preparation

Manage the general ledger and ensure timely and accurate month-end close

Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections

Provide financial analysis and reporting to senior leadership

Job Costing & WIP

Lead job cost accounting and cost tracking across multiple projects

Prepare and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules

Ensure accurate percentage-of-completion revenue recognition

Analyze project performance and identify cost variances

Partner with project managers on forecasting and margin improvement

Compliance & Controls

Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures

Ensure GAAP compliance and alignment with construction accounting standards

Coordinate with external auditors, CPA firms, and tax advisors

Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and lien waiver processes

Manage bonding, insurance reporting, and surety relationships

Leadership & Systems

Supervise and mentor accounting staff

Evaluate and optimize accounting/ERP systems and reporting tools

Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

5–10+ years of accounting experience, including construction industry experience

Strong knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and POC revenue recognition

Experience with construction ERP systems (Sage, Foundation, Viewpoint, or similar)

Advanced Excel skills

CPA or CMA preferred

Strong leadership, communication, and analytical abilities