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Contract Construction Controller Jobs in California

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Controller - Construction

Bellflower, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Act as the primary liaison for IT systems and vendors, negotiating contracts and overseeing ... Construction Controller, Construction Accounting, Sage 300 CRE, Job Costing, WIP, Multi-Entity ...

Motive Companies

Controller - Construction

Bellflower, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Act as the primary liaison for IT systems and vendors, negotiating contracts and overseeing ... Construction Controller, Construction Accounting, Sage 300 CRE, Job Costing, WIP, Multi-Entity ...

RimePro Inc

Project Controller

Los Angeles, CA

$125K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Construction Controller, or Accounting Manager, the door is open for the right person. Key ... contract administration as needed Project Experience Required * Ground-Up Multifamily Construction ...

SummitHR

Senior Contract Admnistrator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100 - $108/hr

... controlled* Prepare Change Documents, Task Orders and Change Orders* Route Change Documents for ... Large‐scale construction management type software such as PM Web, Primavera etc. Professional ...

Pacific Pros

LAWA Contract Administrator III

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$60 - $71/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Vision insurance Pacific Pros is seeking Contract Administrator III for Construction Projects to be ... controlled * Prepare Change Documents * Route Change Documents for signature and tracks status

Pacific Pros

LAWA Contract Administrator II

CA · On-site

$53 - $57/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Vision insurance Pacific Pros is seeking Contract Administrator II for Construction Projects to be ... controlled * Prepare Change Documents * Route Change Documents for signature and tracks status

Pacific Pros

LAWA Contract Administrator III

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$60 - $71/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Vision insurance Pacific Pros is seeking Contract Administrator III for Construction Projects to be ... controlled * Prepare Change Documents * Route Change Documents for signature and tracks status

Pacific Pros

LAWA Contract Administrator II

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$53 - $57/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Vision insurance Pacific Pros is seeking Contract Administrator II for Construction Projects to be ... controlled * Prepare Change Documents * Route Change Documents for signature and tracks status

SummitHR

Senior Contract Administrator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100 - $108/hr

... million-dollar construction and/or renovation projects. Performs a broad range of contract ... and controlled • Prepare Change Documents, Task Orders and Change Orders • Route Change ...

CDM

Controller, Construction Accounting

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Controller, Construction Accounting Reports To: Business Unit President Salary Range: $130,000 ... Manage job costing, contract billings, change orders, revenue recognition, and project financial ...

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CDM

Controller, Construction Accounting

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Controller, Construction Accounting Reports To: Business Unit President Salary Range: $130,000 ... Manage job costing, contract billings, change orders, revenue recognition, and project financial ...

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Director of Finance

Livermore, CA · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Director of Finance combines the responsibilities of an experienced Construction Controller ... Financial risk management Review major contracts from a financial perspective, including payment ...

RimePro Inc

Controller

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Controller - Construction Location: Anaheim, CA A growing mechanical contractor is seeking a hands ... Ensure accurate accounting for construction contracts and project-related transactions.

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What is the difference between Contract Construction Controller vs Construction Accountant?

AspectContract Construction ControllerConstruction Accountant
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA preferredRequires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA or CMA advantageous
Work EnvironmentOversees financial operations for construction projects, often in managerial or supervisory rolesHandles day-to-day accounting tasks, often within accounting departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by construction firms managing multiple projects and budgetsCommon in construction companies for project-specific financial record-keeping

The Contract Construction Controller typically has broader responsibilities, overseeing financial strategies and controls across projects, while the Construction Accountant focuses on detailed financial record-keeping and reporting. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and level of responsibility within the construction industry.

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Controller - Construction

Motive Companies

Bellflower, CA

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Construction Controller
 
As our Construction Controller, can you imagine being at the center of High-Impact commercial construction and development projects across Southern California, where your work directly influences how projects are financed, executed, and scaled?
Being our Construction Controller goes far beyond closing the books; You'll own the financial engine behind active construction and development initiatives, multi-property portfolios, and operating businesses that include property management, hospitality, and restaurant operations.
Your leadership as our Construction Controller will shape how margins are protected, cash flow is optimized, and complex projects move from concept to completion with financial confidence.
Would you like to partner closely with ownership and project leadership to bring clarity to job costing, strengthen WIP accuracy, guide strategic investment decisions, and support sustainable growth across multiple entities?
If you thrive as a Construction Controller in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex financial challenges, and take pride in building disciplined systems that support real projects and real growth, this is an opportunity to leave your mark on a growing construction platform.
 Click 'APPLY' today!
 
Build the Financial Foundation of What Comes Next:
Our client is a well-established commercial construction general contractor and development firm with a diversified portfolio and an entrepreneurial mindset. This role sits at the center of the business, partnering closely with ownership, project management, and operations to ensure financial integrity across 13 active entities.
The Foundation We Provide:
  • Competitive Salary: $150,000 - $165,000 (W-2, full-time, exempt)
  • Long-Term Growth: Join a stable, growing organization with room to expand scope and leadership
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement options, and paid time off
  • Varied, Engaging Work: Exposure to construction, development, property management, hospitality, and restaurant operations
  • Collaborative Leadership Team: Direct partnership with principals, project managers, and operations leaders

Your Role in the Build:
  • Provide full financial oversight across multiple entities, including monthly financial statements, cash forecasting, intercompany reconciliations, audits, and tax reporting.
  • Lead construction accounting, including job costing, WIP schedules, progress billings, prevailing wage and certified payroll, and subcontractor payments using Sage 300 CRE.
  • Oversee property management accounting, including property-level financials, budgets, tenant billings, property tax, and insurance renewals.
  • Manage hospitality and restaurant accounting, including QuickBooks and Toast systems, payroll, pooled tips, inventory valuation, sales tax filings, and license renewals.
  • Lead HR and administrative functions, including benefits administration, 401k, compliance, OSHA requirements, HR systems, and timekeeping.
  • Act as the primary liaison for IT systems and vendors, negotiating contracts and overseeing accounting and HR software platforms.
  • Manage and mentor a small accounting and HR team, including Payroll, Staff Accounting, Project Accounting, and HR support roles.
  • Collaborate closely with project management and executive leadership to support decision-making and strategic growth.
Your Tools for the Build:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Economics.
  • 7-10 years of accounting experience, with direct California construction accounting exposure.
  • Strong proficiency with Sage 300 CRE (Timberline) and advanced Excel.
  • Working knowledge of California construction laws, labor compliance, and multi-entity accounting
  • Experience managing complex, multi-entity financial structures
  • Commercial General Contractor experience
Preferred Experience
  • Yardi Breeze, QuickBooks Online, Toast POS
  • BambooHR and Exaktime
  • Audit preparation, tax compliance, and internal controls implementation
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
If you are excited by the opportunity to own the financial operations of a diverse construction and development portfolio, partner directly with leadership, and help shape the future of a growing organization, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help build what comes next!

Key Words: Construction Controller, Construction Accounting, Sage 300 CRE, Job Costing, WIP, Multi-Entity Accounting, Property Management Accounting, Hospitality Accounting, Payroll, Certified Payroll, Prevailing Wage, Financial Reporting, Cash Forecasting, Internal Controls, Team Leadership, California Construction, Development Accounting.

 
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