Controller

Northbay Recruiter • Petaluma, CA

8h

About The Position

A well-established construction company in Sonoma County is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with strong construction industry experience who enjoys partnering with ownership and operations to support accurate reporting, compliance, and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with direct experience in the construction industry
• Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, and construction financial reporting
• Experience working with construction accounting software (e.g. Sage, Viewpoint, Procore, or similar)
• Proven leadership experience managing accounting teams
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, payroll, job costing, general ledger, and month-end close
• Manage financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Lead job cost accounting, WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, and cost variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry-specific requirements
• Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning
• Coordinate with external partners including CPA firm, auditors, banks, and bonding companies
• Support project managers with financial insights, cost controls, and reporting
• Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and systems
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff

What This Job Offers

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