Controller - Demolition

Solid Rock Recruiting•Dallas, TX

11h

About The Position

Solid Rock Recruiting is partnering with an established demolition contractor to hire a hands-on Controller for its Dallas, Texas operation. Reporting to the Support Services Leader, the Controller will oversee the division’s accounting function, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll. The role is responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, accurate financial reporting, and supporting the financial health of the business. The successful candidate will bring construction accounting experience and an understanding of project-based financial management, and will take ownership of the accounting function while improving processes and supporting the operation. The Controller will manage accounting personnel and activities, job-cost accounting and project-level financial performance, financial reporting and controls, and accounting systems and process improvements. The role works closely with operational leadership to assess financial risks, investigate variances, and provide reliable information for business decisions.

Requirements

5+ years of construction accounting experience, ideally with a general contractor, specialty contractor, demolition company, or similar project-based business.
Experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or in a comparable accounting leadership role.
Strong understanding of construction accounting, job costing, WIP schedules, and project financial reporting.
Experience overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll.
Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial statements, reconciliations, and month-end close.
Ability to lead accounting personnel, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of day-to-day responsibilities.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with accounting and operational teams.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with the Support Services Leader and operational team.

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction accounting software.
Plexxis experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll.
Lead and support accounting personnel to ensure accurate and timely transaction processing, reconciliations, and reporting.
Manage the month-end close process and maintain accurate general ledger records.
Establish and maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls.
Ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and accounting deadlines are met.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, accuracy, and efficiency.
Oversee job-cost accounting and monitor project-level financial performance.
Review project budgets, actual costs, cost variances, and profitability.
Prepare and maintain work-in-progress schedules and percentage-of-completion reporting, as applicable.
Monitor project billing, collections, subcontractor costs, and cash flow.
Partner with operational leadership to identify financial risks, investigate variances, and support business decisions.
Help ensure project costs and financial results are accurately reflected in the company’s accounting records.
Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
Support budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management, and financial planning.
Ensure timely account reconciliations and accurate financial records.
Coordinate audit, tax, and reporting requirements as needed.
Maintain appropriate financial controls and consistent accounting practices.
Provide leadership with reliable financial information for operational and business decisions.
Use accounting and construction-management software to maintain accurate financial information.
Improve accounting workflows, reporting processes, and internal procedures.
Help ensure accounting systems and processes support the demolition division’s operational needs.
Support effective use of technology to improve efficiency and financial visibility.