Financial Controller

Oak Hill Contractors•Ewing, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Oak Hill Contractors LLC is hiring a Financial Controller to lead the accounting function and provide dependable construction financial reporting that supports leadership decision-making. This senior, on-site position oversees accounting operations end to end and strengthens internal controls to safeguard company resources. The role leads the monthly close and prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. It manages job costing, Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, while guiding budgets, cash-flow forecasts, and capital planning. The Financial Controller works with project managers and estimators to ensure accurate project cost capture, monitors equipment costs and utilization, and reviews subcontractor documentation for compliance. The role also coordinates with external accountants, auditors, and bonding agents, and leads and mentors accounting staff. The workday is primarily on-site and combines focused desk work with check-ins with operations and project teams. The schedule is steady and deadline-driven, with time spent reviewing activity, finalizing reporting, clarifying cost coding and timing, updating schedules, preparing leadership summaries, and planning close and forecasting work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong command of job costing, WIP, and percentage-of-completion accounting.
Experience with construction accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE, QuickBooks Contractor, Viewpoint, or similar.
Ability to translate financial data into practical insights.
Collaborative style when working with project teams.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA designation.
Construction accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and job cost accounting.
Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and monitor projects.
Collaborate with project managers and estimators to accurately capture labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor costs.
Develop and manage budgets and cash-flow forecasts to support operations and capital needs.
Monitor equipment costs, utilization, maintenance, and depreciation.
Review subcontractor invoices, lien waivers, and insurance certificates for compliance.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
Coordinate reporting and audits with external accountants, auditors, and bonding agents.
Lead and mentor accounting staff, promoting accuracy and accountability.