Controller

CDM•Irvine, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a Controller to lead our accounting operations and drive accurate, timely financial reporting across our construction business. You’ll partner closely with leadership to support decision-making, ensure compliance, and strengthen financial processes in a fast-paced construction environment. This unique role is bridging controllership into a unified function supporting two legacy independent businesses that are combining into one and will report to the Business Unit President. This isn’t a behind-the-scenes accounting role. In construction, everything runs on relationships, collaboration, and shared purpose—so being in person matters. This is an in-house role based out of our Irvine office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
5+ years of construction accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with job costing, budgeting, and forecasting
Proven ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities
Advanced skills in Excel and ERP systems (Penta a plus)
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (preferred, not required)

Responsibilities

Support the Unit President by setting strategic priorities, driving cross-department results, ensuring accurate financial processes and reporting.
Support and promote business initiatives and provide guidance and oversight on accounting and financial matters.
Work collaboratively with all departments to analyze financial and accounting data.
Ensure all financial statements and related reports are prepared in compliance with company policy and state and federal regulations.
Complete monthly journal entries and closing of the general ledger and financial statements.
Prepare Month End reports for management review and submittals.
Manage the accounting department, including accounts payables, accounts receivables, collections, payroll, and local banking.
Prepare Sales and Use tax returns.
Manage the Job Start and Closing process.
Coordinate the preparation of monthly contract billings; and maintain lien rights and coordinate conditional or unconditional waivers.
Input and maintain Contract Management systems as it relates to change orders, T&M tickets, and contract price.
Monitor/approve all journal entries affecting all general ledgers.
Supervise timely preparation of tax filing.
Coordinate the preparation of monthly financial statements and related reporting.
Oversee hiring, supervision, training, and performance management of team.
Set and oversee team goals, plans of action, and track individual and team performance.
Facilitate team meetings and engagement initiatives.
Build cross-training and skill development initiatives to enhance team capabilities.
Cascade effective and proficient communications to supervisors, co-workers, and direct reports.
Monitor/approve all CDM journal entries affecting all general ledgers.
Supervise timely preparation of tax filing.
Coordinate the preparation of monthly financial statements and related reporting.