Controller - Construction

Falcon Construction•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

Falcon Construction is seeking an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and financial reporting functions for a growing commercial construction company. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing construction accounting, financial controls, cash flow management, and reporting across multiple active projects. The Controller will work closely with ownership and executive leadership, providing financial insight, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and helping scale accounting systems and processes as the company continues to grow. Why Falcon Construction Falcon Construction offers a hands-on Controller role with real ownership visibility, operational involvement, and long-term growth potential. This position is ideal for a construction-experienced finance leader who wants influence, autonomy, and the opportunity to help shape the company’s financial future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred but not required)
Minimum of 7+ years of accounting experience, with significant experience in commercial construction
Strong knowledge of construction accounting, WIP reporting, and job cost accounting
Experience with progress billings, retainage, and change orders
Proficiency in Yardi
Proven ability to work directly with ownership and executive leadership

Responsibilities

Oversee all construction accounting activities, including job cost accounting, budgets, and project profitability
Manage work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and ensure accurate revenue recognition
Monitor project costs, billings, change orders, and margin performance
Partner with project managers and operations to provide timely, accurate financial reporting
Lead month-end and year-end close processes
Maintain oversight of the general ledger and chart of accounts
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensure compliance with internal controls, audits, and applicable accounting standards
Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules
Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital planning
Oversee AIA billings, retainage, and collections
Support banking relationships, lender reporting, and bonding requirements
Identify financial risks and provide recommendations to ownership
Oversee accounting systems and reporting, utilizing Yardi
Improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies
Lead and mentor accounting staff as applicable
Support strategic planning and growth initiatives with executive leadership