About this opportunity
Talent Edge Recruiting lists this Controller- Construction opportunity in reston, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Controller
Growing Privately Held Construction Company
Reston, VA (Onsite)
$150,000-$180,000 Base Salary + Generous Benefits, PTO, 401(k) & More
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Our client is a rapidly growing commercial construction company seeking a hands-on, strategic Controller to lead accounting and finance operations. Reporting directly to ownership, this role will help guide the company through its next phase of growth as project sizes increase from the $5M-$8M range into larger, more complex $20M-$40M+ projects.
What You'll Do
Lead accounting operations and mentor accounting staff
Partner with ownership and leadership on financial strategy
Manage WIP reporting, job costing, and project profitability
Develop cash flow forecasts and long-range financial projections
Prepare and analyze financial statements and monthly reporting
Oversee loan reporting, amortization schedules, payroll, and 401(k) administration
Manage banking and surety relationships, including bonding support
Create reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models
Identify risks early and drive process improvements
Leverage technology and AI to improve efficiency and scalability
Build financial systems capable of supporting larger, longer-duration projects
Utilize Foundation, Procore, Advanced Excel, Microsoft Word, and internal forecasting tools to manage and analyze financial performance
About the Business
The company completes approximately 25 projects annually. While many projects range from $5M-$8M, they are increasingly securing projects valued at $20M-$40M+, with durations of 12-18 months.
This growth creates greater complexity around cash flow management, forecasting, bonding, WIP schedules, and job costing. The Controller will play a key role in ensuring the company has the financial infrastructure to support continued expansion.
What We're Looking For
5+ years of Controller experience REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other related field
Construction accounting REQUIRED
Experience supporting bonding, banking, and lending relationships
Advanced Excel skills, experience with Foundation and Procore strongly preferred
Strong personality necessary, ability to hold other accountable and be a firm leader
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Please Note: This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. xhqgsiq We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.
Worksite address
reston, VA, 20191, US
Who can apply
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