Construction Controller

B2 Constructors•Marietta, GA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands‑on Construction Controller role where the position owns the entire accounting function: payroll, time keeping, basic bookkeeping, AIA billing/pay applications, AR/AP, job cost accounting, WIP generation including over/under billings, month‑end close reconciliation, CFO‑style reporting, cash flow forecasting, and development of financial reports. You will standardize processes, implement controls, build dashboards, and deliver actionable insights.

Requirements

7–12 years progressive construction accounting experience with a Commercial General Contractor; prior title as Controller, Senior Staff Construction Accountant, Construction Accounting Manager, or similar.
Expert in AIA billing (G702/G703), retainage, lien waivers, and compliance documentation.
Ownership of WIP (percent‑complete), over/under billings, EAC/ETC, and monthly close.
Deep job cost experience at the cost‑code level; strong variance analysis skills.
Systems: QuickBooks Enterprise; advanced Excel; ability to implement Foundation/Intacct and integrate with Procore or equivalent.
Knowledge of ASC 606, sales/use tax, and 1099‑NEC.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CCIFP; experience with Foundation or Sage Intacct Construction implementations.
Surety/bonding and bank covenant reporting; certified payroll/Davis‑Bacon exposure.
CFO level reporting, tracking, and analysis
Owner mindset with strong communication—able to brief leadership on risks and options.
Process builder who can simplify, standardize, and automate without losing control.
High integrity and urgency; thrives in a growth environment and player‑coach role.

Responsibilities

Project Accounting & Billing (AIA)
Build SOVs and prepare AIA G702/G703 pay applications; manage retainage, conditional/unconditional lien waivers, and compliance packets.
Coordinate with PMs for percent‑complete, approved change orders, and SOV updates.
Maintain change order log (approved vs pending) and margin impact.
Accounts Receivable & Collections
Issue invoices/pay apps, post receipts and retainage, monitor AR aging, and drive collections with documented notes and escalation.
Track retainage releases at substantial completion/closeout.
Accounts Payable, Commitments & Purchasing
Onboard vendors/subcontractors (W‑9, COI, agreements); maintain vendor master with strong controls.
Implement PO/commitment process tied to budget; perform 3‑way match (PO/receiver/invoice).
Code AP to job and cost code; schedule weekly payment runs; manage sales/use tax and 1099‑NEC.
Job Costing & WIP
Maintain cost code structure; ensure accurate job cost postings (labor, materials, equipment, subs, GC).
Prepare monthly Work in Progress reports based on earned revenue, including over/under billings, and update the balance sheet to match.
Analyze budget vs actual by cost code; publish variance commentary and gross margins at completion.
Close & Reporting
Own GL: accruals, deferrals, revenue recognition, prepaids, fixed assets, bank/credit card reconciliations.
Publish a monthly Controller’s Book: P&L, BS, WIP; Job Cost to Budget; AR/AP aging; and cash flow reporting
Prepare annual audit/review packages; partner with outside CPA for tax and year‑end.
Systems, Process & Controls
Power‑user in QuickBooks Enterprise and lead roadmap to Foundation Software or Sage Intacct Construction within 6–12 months; integrate with Procore or equivalent.
Design and enforce approval workflows, document retention, and audit trails.
Implement positive pay and payment controls; standardize templates (SOV, pay app covers, waiver packets).
Additional Duties:
Dual approval for payments: Controller prepares; Owner releases ACH/wires/checks (positive pay enabled).
Bank reconciliations are monthly by the Controller; the Owner reviews bank statements and the WIP package.
Vendor master changes (banking/address) require the owner's sign‑off with call‑back verification.
Monthly Deliverables (Owner Review Pack)
Financials: P&L (consolidated and by job), Balance Sheet, Cash Flow.
WIP report with earned revenue, cost‑to‑complete, EAC/ETC, and over/under by project.
Job Cost to Budget by cost code with variance explanations and GM at completion.
13‑week cash forecast (rolling), with key cash drivers and collection priorities.
AR aging (with retainage) & AP aging (by vendor/sub) with action notes.
KPI dashboard: DSO, DPO, backlog GM, change order cycle time, cash conversion.