Assistant Controller

divcon•Irving, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller is responsible for supporting the Controller in managing the company’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with GAAP, and reinforcing internal controls within a construction-focused, project-based subcontractor environment. This role oversees day-to-day accounting functions, leads the month-end and year-end close processes, and ensures proper integration of project-level data including job costing, WIP, and revenue recognition. The Assistant Controller plays a key leadership role in maintaining financial integrity, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving process improvements, including ERP optimization and implementation initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and advanced understanding of construction accounting principles (percentage-of-completion, job costing, WIP reporting, retainage, revenue recognition).
Proficiency in accounting software, specifically Sage ERP systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Sage 300, or similar); ERP implementation experience a plus.
Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working cross-functionally with leadership, project teams, auditors, and external partners.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive financial information.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or leadership role; construction industry experience required.
Demonstrated experience managing month-end/year-end close processes, financial reporting, and general ledger oversight in a construction or project-based environment.
Strong hands-on experience with construction accounting practices, including WIP schedules, job costing, retainage, and change orders.
Proven experience with Sage ERP systems, including system administration, optimization, or implementation; ERP implementation experience is a plus.
Experience supporting audits, budgeting/forecasting, and process improvement initiatives.
Prior experience collaborating with project management and operations teams in a construction setting is highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

CPA strongly preferred.
ERP implementation experience a plus.
Prior experience collaborating with project management and operations teams in a construction setting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Support the Controller in overseeing all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and project accounting functions.
Lead and manage full-cycle month-end and year-end close processes; review reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Review and approve complex journal entries, accruals, allocations, and adjustments, including project-related costs, revenue, and overhead.
Ensure accurate application of percentage-of-completion revenue recognition; review WIP schedules, job cost reports, and project profitability analyses.
Maintain and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures in compliance with GAAP and construction industry standards.
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including senior and staff accountants; provide guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports; analyze variances and key construction metrics (e.g., backlog, project margins, over/under billings).
Oversee account reconciliations (bank, intercompany, sub-ledgers); ensure discrepancies are identified and resolved timely.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management in coordination with the Controller and leadership team.
Support external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance, including sales/use tax and construction-specific requirements.
Lead or support ERP system optimization and implementation initiatives, particularly within Sage or other construction accounting platforms.
Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate job costing, billing, and financial tracking.
Drive continuous improvement in accounting workflows, reporting accuracy, and system utilization.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support the accounting and finance team and overall company objectives.