Controller

Resourcing Edge • Reno, NV

4d • $195,000 - $225,000

About The Position

An established construction company in the Reno/Sparks area is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for its construction business and related entities. The Controller will work directly with the President, connect financial results to project performance, and help guide decisions involving cash flow, taxes, equipment, and business risk. The role is suited to an accounting leader with construction operations knowledge who can explain the meaning of financial results.

The Controller leads monthly and annual close and financial reporting, oversees construction accounting and accounting operations, and provides financial guidance. The role also coordinates with external CPAs, lenders, bonding providers, and insurance partners while remaining personally involved in accounting work.

Base salary is based on experience. A discretionary bonus may be available based on company results and individual contribution. Company-paid health and dental coverage for employees and their families is subject to plan eligibility, and the company offers a 401(k) with employer match. The employer’s identity will remain confidential during initial screening and will be shared with approved candidates before client interviews.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, or seven years with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Direct construction accounting experience, including job costing, WIP, percentage-of-completion reporting, billings, and change orders.
• Personal ownership of financial statements, accruals, reconciliations, month-end and year-end close, and financial controls.
• Strong knowledge of accrual accounting and applicable GAAP.
• Ability to prepare cash-flow and tax projections and explain recommendations to business leaders.
• Experience working with external CPAs, lenders, bonding providers, and insurance partners.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, sound judgment, discretion, and clear communication.

Nice To Haves

• Multi-entity accounting experience.
• Heavy equipment or equipment-rental experience.
• Nevada tax and construction compliance knowledge.
• Staff-development experience.
• CPA or CMA credentials.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and annual close; prepare financial statements; manage accruals and reconciliations; and maintain effective controls.
• Prepare and analyze work-in-progress (WIP) and percentage-of-completion reporting.
• Connect job costs, equipment costs, approved change orders, customer billings, and receivables.
• Prepare cash-flow and tax projections, investigate variances, and present financial concerns and recommendations to the President.
• Coordinate with the CPA, lenders, bonding providers, and insurance partners.
• Oversee accounting workflows, payroll, payables, receivables, fixed assets, and related-entity reporting while remaining personally involved in the work.

Benefits

• Company-paid health coverage for employees and their families, subject to plan eligibility.
• Company-paid dental coverage for employees and their families, subject to plan eligibility.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Additional discretionary bonus based on company results and individual contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed