Construction Comptroller

MEDC•Englewood, CO

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Construction Comptroller oversees the company's construction division accounting and financial reporting. The role focuses on construction projects, job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, cash flow, and contract compliance. It supports leadership decision-making by ensuring financial records are accurate, timely, and aligned with company policies and applicable requirements. The position manages and mentors the construction internal accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and administrative specialists. It manages the general ledger and close processes, oversees project accounting and billings, monitors project financial performance and cash flow, and partners with project managers and leadership on budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting. The role also maintains internal controls and accounting procedures and coordinates audits, tax filings, and compliance matters with advisors. The position is based in Denver, Colorado, with authorized remote work scheduling. Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
5–7 years of accounting experience.
Knowledge of job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, retainage, and construction contracts.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial reporting tools.
Proven ability to translate complex financial numbers into actionable steps for non-financial operations staff.

Nice To Haves

Construction or contractor accounting experience.
Experience with accounting and ERP construction management software, such as SAGE-Intacct.
CPA or CMA designation; highly preferred.
Experience with certified payroll, bonding, or multi-entity accounting.
Familiarity with applicable accounting standards and construction-industry regulations.

Responsibilities

Manage and mentor the construction internal accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and administrative specialists.
Manage the general ledger and month-end and year-end close, and ensure GAAP-compliant financial statement preparation.
Oversee project accounting, job-cost tracking, budgets, committed costs, and cost-to-complete forecasts.
Review project and AIA billings, accounts payable and receivable, subcontractor payments, and lien waivers.
Monitor cash flow, retainage, change orders, and contract terms.
Prepare and analyze project-level and company-wide financial reports and explain variances to project managers and leadership.
Partner with project managers to build realistic budgets, track variances, and mitigate overruns.
Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures, and support compliance with tax, insurance, bonding, and audit requirements.
Coordinate annual budgets, forecasts, external audits, and tax filings with advisors.
Improve accounting systems and workflows, and maintain accurate and well-organized financial records.