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Who: A strong and stable privately held construction company seeking an experienced accounting leader with deep construction industry expertise.
What: Lead the full accounting function as Controller, overseeing financial reporting, job costing, budgeting, and operational financial alignment.
When: Immediate hire to support continued growth and financial leadership needs.
Where: South Atlanta, Georgia (Hybrid or In-Office), conveniently located near the airport.
Why: To strengthen financial leadership, improve operational alignment, and ensure accurate, compliant reporting across a growing construction organization.
Office Environment: Professional, team-oriented environment offering hybrid or in-office flexibility with close collaboration across departments.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
The Controller will serve as the senior accounting leader for a growing construction firm, ensuring accurate financial reporting, disciplined job costing, and strong internal controls while partnering closely with project managers and executive leadership.
This role requires a hands-on construction accounting professional who understands WIP reporting, AIA billing, and operational financial strategy in a fast-paced project-driven environment.
Manage month-end close, general ledger integrity, and timely financial reporting.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and detailed variance analysis.
Perform job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and AIA billing oversight.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
Collaborate with project managers and senior leadership to support financial strategy and project profitability.
Coordinate external audits, tax filings, bonding, and insurance requirements.
Supervise accounting staff and ensure accurate payroll and benefits reporting.
Strong background in construction accounting required.
Advanced proficiency with Sage 300 (Timberline) and related ERP tools.
CPA preferred but not required.
Thorough knowledge of GAAP and construction industry compliance standards.
Excellent communication skills with proven cross-department collaboration ability.
This opportunity offers long-term career stability within a financially sound construction organization that values professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence.
Construction Controller in South Atlanta, Georgia for a stable construction company; hybrid role managing GAAP reporting, Sage 300, WIP, job costing and team leadership.
