Controller- Construction

TGG Accounting • Santa Clara, CA

12d • $150,000 - $190,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a family-owned and operated commercial construction company ($80M–$100M annual revenue), is seeking an experienced Controller to lead their accounting and financial operations. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing a 7-person accounting team and partnering closely with ownership, operations, and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or 15–20+ years of construction finance experience
• 10+ years of accounting/finance experience in the construction industry (commercial preferred)
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting, WIP, certified payroll, and construction billing
• Union construction experience and understanding of union requirements
• Familiarity with construction liens, tax compliance, and insurance
• Experience supporting companies with $50M–$100M in annual revenue
• Proven leadership and people-management experience
• Strong accounting, analytical, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a 7-person accounting and finance team
• Oversee all financial operations, reporting, and compliance
• Manage company-wide cash flow, forecasting, and liquidity
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and project profitability
• Manage billing, accounts receivable, collections, and certified payroll
• Perform financial analysis and year-end profitability reviews
• Manage insurance audits, union audits, and commercial insurance renewals
• Oversee accounting for 7–8 entities (LLCs and trusts), including business and personal-related entities
• Coordinate tax preparation and reviews with external tax accountants
• Maintain relationships with banks, unions, insurers, and external advisors
• Support employee reviews, bonus preparation, and oversight of benefit plans
• Maintain familiarity with 401(k) (Roth and non-Roth) and deferred compensation plans
• Utilize construction accounting software (Plexxis strongly preferred; On-Screen Takeoff/Quick Bid a plus)

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employees
• 401(k) with 6% employer match, plus profit sharing
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Long-term stability with a well-established, family-owned company
• Opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule after establishment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees