Construction Controller (CPA Required)

Lunacon Engineering Group•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Construction Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial, accounting, and cost control functions for construction operations. This role requires a licensed CPA with deep construction accounting expertise to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, strong internal controls, and proactive cash flow management across multiple projects. The Controller partners with executive leadership and operations to drive profitability, mitigate risk, and support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

Active CPA license (Required)
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
7–10+ years of accounting experience with significant construction industry experience
Proven expertise in job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and construction revenue recognition
Strong understanding of construction contracts, change orders, retainage, and compliance
Experience with construction accounting software and ERP systems
Strong financial leadership and accountability
Excellent analytical and risk assessment skills
Ability to translate financial data into actionable operational insight
High attention to detail with a strong internal control mindset
Clear, confident communicator and collaborative leader

Nice To Haves

Experience with public sector, municipal, or government-funded construction projects
Experience in multi-entity or multi-project construction environments
Leadership experience managing accounting or finance teams

Responsibilities

Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for construction operations
Prepare, review, and certify accurate financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Ensure compliance with GAAP, contract requirements, and regulatory standards
Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies
Oversee detailed job cost accounting for all active projects
Monitor budgets, cost-to-complete, earned value, and gross margin performance
Review and validate WIP schedules, revenue recognition, and project forecasts
Partner with Project Managers to identify financial risks, cost overruns, and margin erosion
Oversee project billing, pay applications, retainage, and lien compliance
Manage AR, AP, subcontractor payments, and cash flow forecasting
Support executive leadership with rolling cash flow projections and financial risk analysis
Ensure alignment between project execution, billing, and cash collections
Maintain and optimize construction accounting and ERP systems (Viewpoint, Procore integrations)
Establish and enforce strong internal controls and approval processes
Develop standardized financial, WIP, and project performance dashboards
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and transparency
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and project controls staff
Collaborate closely with Operations, Estimating, and Project Management teams
Support go/no-go decisions, budgeting, and long-term financial planning
Act as a trusted financial advisor to executive leadership