Finance Controller (Construction)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established regional contracting company serving the Oklahoma market. Specializing in commercial and residential services, the organization has experienced steady growth and now supports operations with internal staff and an extensive subcontractor network across multiple project locations.

As the company transitions from informal systems to more structured financial controls, they are seeking a senior accounting professional to lead and modernize their financial operations. This is an opportunity to join a family-oriented organization built on integrity, craftsmanship, and community values.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Controller to serve as the organization's senior financial leader. This position will oversee all accounting functions, reporting directly to executive leadership and playing a key role on the leadership team.

The company recognizes the need for a dedicated, experienced controller with construction accounting expertise—to fully own the financial function.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Own the complete month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Produce reliable financial statements, P&L analysis, and variance reporting
• Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to executive leadership
• Build and maintain accurate forecasting and cash flow management tools

Construction Accounting Operations

• Oversee job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and project profitability analysis
• Manage AIA billing processes, including retainage tracking and pay applications
• Ensure job costing accuracy is trusted across production and sales teams
• Streamline commercial accounting workflows to eliminate bottlenecks

Day-to-Day Accounting Management

• Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, collections, and payroll coordination
• Ensure all reconciliations are completed accurately and on schedule
• Maintain clean, organized financial records across multiple platforms (QuickBooks Online, spreadsheets, job systems)

Process Improvement & Systems Building

• Standardize accounting processes and implement best practices
• Improve overhead management toward targeted efficiency goals
• Build scalable financial systems to support continued company growth
• Identify and resolve financial process inefficiencies

Strategic Collaboration

• Partner closely with production, sales, and operations teams
• Contribute to executive planning and strategy discussions
• Support leadership in evaluating business performance and growth opportunities
• Foster strong cross-functional communication and alignment

Work Environment

• Location: Greater Tulsa area, Oklahoma (onsite position)
• Join a family-oriented, team-driven culture
• Work within a fast-growing, established company with strong community roots
• High level of autonomy, collaboration, and meaningful contribution
• Be part of a leadership team that values accountability, transparency, and excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Construction or job-cost accounting background (experience across painting contractors, trade contractors, construction or similar industries)
• Strong QuickBooks Online proficiency and ability to work across multiple platforms
• Demonstrated experience managing AR, AP, payroll coordination, and month-end close
• Proven ability to work independently in fast-paced, high-volume environments
• Excellent communication skills and executive presence

Preferred Experience

• Controller or senior accounting manager experience in small to mid-sized businesses
• Familiarity with construction project management systems
• Experience building accounting systems and implementing process improvements
• Background in transitioning informal operations into structured financial controls
• Experience working with external consultants and managing small accounting teams

Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $80,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience and capability)

• Quarterly performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health and dental care contribution
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Supplemental insurance options available

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