Controller

CK Construction Group • Westerville, OH

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About The Position

The Controller is responsible for leading all accounting and financial reporting functions for a privately held, non‑union construction management and general contracting firm. This role ensures accurate project accounting, disciplined financial controls, and timely reporting to support operational decision‑making, profitability, and cash flow. The Controller partners closely with project executives, operations leaders, and preconstruction teams to provide financial insight across the full project lifecycle—from pursuit through closeout.

Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Viewpoint, SharePoint, pVault, and other software required to perform job duties
• Excellent interpersonal skills with advanced customer service orientation, including practical verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain and handle confidential information within appropriate standards
• Advanced knowledge of general business and company procedures
• Full understanding of GAAP and construction accounting practices
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a practical, operations‑focused mindset
• Ability to communicate financial results clearly to project managers and leaders
• Operate with integrity, and have a high level of attention to detail and sound judgment
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to comply with the company’s Authorized Driver policy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience in private, non‑union construction
• Proven experience in CM/GC or general contracting environments
• Strong background in project accounting, WIP reporting, and POC revenue recognition
• Experience supporting privately held ownership structures and executive leadership

Nice To Haves

• CPA (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, project accounting, cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls appropriate for a private construction company
• Develop, mentor, and manage the accounting team, fostering accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions
• Assist the CFO with General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Oversee percentage‑of‑completion (POC) accounting in accordance with GAAP
• Review and approve Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) schedules, ensuring accuracy of revenue recognition, cost‑to‑complete estimates, and projected margins
• Partner with project managers and executives to analyze job performance, identify risks, and address margin erosion early
• Ensure proper accounting for change orders, allowances, contingencies, retainage, claims, and closeout adjustments
• Support project setup and cost structure consistency across all jobs
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
• Prepare accurate and meaningful financial statements, dashboards, and variance analyses, as well as initiating corrective actions, for executive leadership
• Coordinate annual financial reviews or audits with external CPA firms
• Oversee tax compliance coordination with external advisors (no direct tax preparation required)
• Monitor financial operations to ensure compliance with budgets
• Manage company‑wide and project‑level cash flow forecasting
• Monitor underbillings, overbillings, retention, and billing cycles to maintain strong liquidity
• Support banking and surety relationships by preparing financial packages, covenant reporting, and WIP support
• Assist in evaluating contractual financial risk, project exposure, and claims strategy in partnership with operations
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to ensure consistent financial assumptions and cost structures
• Provide historical cost and margin analysis to support bidding and fee strategy
• Support leadership in evaluating project delivery methods (CM, GMP, design‑build) from a financial risk perspective
• Oversee and optimize the construction ERP system and reporting tools
• Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and job cost practices relating to financial and business practices of the company)
• Drive automation and efficiency improvements in billing, reporting, and close processes
• Improve visibility into project and company performance through dashboards and metrics

Benefits

• comprehensive design phase and construction phase services under all delivery and contractual methods
• self-perform construction services including concrete, steel erection, carpentry, drywall and acoustical ceilings and an in-house AWI Certified mill shop

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior