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Standish Management

Fund Controller

Portland, OR · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Fund Controller at Standish works with other team members to lead the financial reporting and administration operations of our clients. In conjunction with the Engagement Manager, the Fund ...

TEC Equipment

Corporate Controller

Portland, OR · On-site

The Controller is a partner to the CFO and to the operating business, holding financial discipline where it needs to be held, translating operational reality into accurate financial results, and ...

Standish Management

Fund Controller

Portland, OR · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Fund Controller at Standish works with other team members to lead the financial reporting and administration operations of our clients. In conjunction with the Engagement Manager, the Fund ...

TEC Equipment, Inc.

Corporate Controller

Portland, OR · On-site

The Controller owns the day-to-day financial and accounting operations that make that growth possible - while building the discipline, controls, and reporting infrastructure required at 2x-3x scale.

Standish Management

Fund Controller

Portland, OR · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Fund Controller at Standish works with other team members to lead the financial reporting and administration operations of our clients. In conjunction with the Engagement Manager, the Fund ...

LHH US

Interim Controller

Vancouver, WA · Remote

$40 - $50/hr

Interim Controller (Contract) Location: Vancouver, WA (Open to fully remote candidates with applicable experience) Schedule: Monday-Friday Duration: 3-6 Month Contract (Immediate Need) Compensation ...

TEC Equipment, Inc.

Corporate Controller

Portland, OR · On-site

The Controller owns the day-to-day financial and accounting operations that make that growth possible - while building the discipline, controls, and reporting infrastructure required at 2x-3x scale.

LHH US

Interim Controller

Vancouver, WA · Remote

$40 - $50/hr

Interim Controller (Contract) Location: Vancouver, WA (Open to fully remote candidates with applicable experience) Schedule: Monday-Friday Duration: 3-6 Month Contract (Immediate Need) Compensation ...

Vigor, LLC

Project Controller

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$98K - $105K/yr

The Project Controller supports the successful execution of assigned ship repair or new build production projects by coordinating project performance management activities across engineering ...

Vigor Industrial LLC

Project Controller

Vancouver, WA

$98K - $105K/yr

The Project Controller supports the successful execution of assigned ship repair or new build production projects by coordinating project performance management activities across engineering ...

Curtisswright

Assistant Unit Controller

Portland, OR · Hybrid

The Assistant Controller is a strategic business partner to the Business Unit Controller and cross functional leadership team. Your primary focus will be to assist in planning, coordinating, and ...

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How much do controller jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for controller in Portland, OR is $126,727.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,900.00 and $146,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a controller?

A controller is high-level accounting position in a firm or company. They often report directly to the CFO (Chief Financial Officer) and are responsible for budgets, audits, and financial reports, as well as ensuring the company complies with all tax codes and regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a controller, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Controller, you need a strong background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and often a CPA certification. Proficiency with ERP systems, advanced Excel, and financial reporting software is essential for managing complex financial data. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set top Controllers apart. These skills and qualities ensure accurate financial oversight, compliance, and strategic decision-making for organizational success.

What are some common challenges controllers face when managing financial reporting and compliance?

Controllers often encounter challenges in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reports, particularly when juggling complex transactions or multiple entities. Staying current with evolving accounting standards and regulatory requirements can also be demanding, as it requires continual learning and adaptation. Additionally, Controllers must coordinate closely with cross-functional teams, such as auditors and department heads, to address discrepancies and streamline processes, making strong communication and problem-solving skills essential.

What is the difference between Controller vs Bookkeeper?

AspectControllerBookkeeper
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certifications are commonUsually requires a high school diploma or associate degree; certifications are less common
Work EnvironmentWorks in corporate finance departments, overseeing accounting teamsWorks in small businesses or accounting firms, handling day-to-day transaction recording
ResponsibilitiesFinancial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and strategic financial planningRecording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and reconciling accounts

The Controller and Bookkeeper roles differ mainly in scope and seniority. Controllers oversee financial strategies and reporting, requiring advanced credentials and experience. Bookkeepers focus on recording daily transactions and maintaining accurate records. While both are essential for financial management, Controllers have broader responsibilities and higher qualifications, often managing teams and ensuring compliance.

Is a controller a high position?

A controller is a senior management role responsible for overseeing an organization’s accounting and financial reporting. It is generally considered a high-level position, often reporting to the CFO and requiring extensive financial expertise and certifications such as CPA or CMA.
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Assistant Controller

Portland, OR • On-site

Colas Construction, Inc.
Individual, Family and Community Social Assistance • 1 - 10 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

At Colas Construction (COLAS), we believe every employee plays a vital role in our mission: to build legacies and strengthen communities. We value collaboration, adaptability, and a team-first mindset.
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to partner closely with the Controller and operational leaders to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of COLAS’s accounting operations, including general ledger and financial close, construction revenue and project accounting, accounts payable, and fixed assets and specialized accounting. This position plays a critical role in producing financial statements and reporting packages that lenders, sureties, and internal leaders can rely on, and in ensuring that the job cost and transactional data driving operational decisions is accurate, properly coded, and compliant with accounting standards.
In addition to overseeing execution across these accounting functions, the Assistant Controller serves as the primary technical accounting resource for the specialists operating within them, providing guidance on accounting treatment, policy interpretation, internal controls, and system logic to support accurate and efficient operations within a strong control environment. The role requires strong construction accounting expertise and deep familiarity with the downstream financial and operational impact of transactional accuracy.
The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, construction industry experience, sound professional judgment, and the leadership capability to support a high-performing accounting function in a growing, operationally complex environment.
 
Primary Responsibilities
  • Close Execution & Financial Reporting: lead monthly financial close from kickoff through finalized, GAAP-compliant financial statements across all COLAS entities; prepare additional financial reports and clearly communicate financial information synthesized for comprehension by financial and non-financial stakeholders.
  • WIP Integrity & Construction Revenue Recognition: maintain the WIP schedule as a current operational document, actively monitoring job cost entry and commitment tracking, validating percent-complete estimates with project teams, and incorporating defensible cost-to-complete assumptions.
  • General Ledger & Balance Sheet Governance: maintain reconciled balance sheets across all entities in accordance with GAAP and accounting best practices ; govern journal entry preparation and intercompany eliminations with clear supporting calculations.
  • Procure-to-Pay & Vendor Governance: govern the full AP cycle, vendor management, and corporate card spending, maintaining audit trail standards across all payment methods and treating the vendor master as a fraud control point.
  • Fixed Assets, Leases & Specialized Accounting: maintain audit-ready fixed asset subledger-to-GL reconciliation, administer ASC 842 lease accounting across all equipment and facility leases, ensure adequate burden allocation and internal equipment rate structures, and oversee equity-method accounting positions where applicable.
  • Technical Authority & Staff Development: serve as the primary technical resource for direct-report staff and identify and address the root cause of recurring escalation patterns that signal training needs, process gaps, or system interventions.
  • Internal Controls & Audit Coordination: maintain audit readiness as a continuous state, proactively coordinating and preparing prepared-by-client documentation and identifying and promptly escalating control deficiencies to the Controller with proposed remediation.
  • Team Leadership & Bench Development: evaluate and develop direct-report staff across transactional and technical accounting functions with visible growth pathways, setting role-level expectations and building bench depth against single-point-of-failure risk.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience in the construction industry environment, preferably general contracting with design-build and CM/GC contract types.
  • AP cycle management, including commitment matching and vendor master governance.
  • Applied ASC 606 revenue recognition in a construction WIP accounting context.
  • Multi-entity monthly close management, including intercompany eliminations and consolidation financial statement preparation, and preferably with equity-method JV/consortium accounting.
  • Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial controls, fraud prevention practices, tax regulations, and construction industry accounting standards.
  • Experience managing and developing accounting staff, with demonstrated capacity to provide transactional and technical accounting guidance beyond review of outputs.
  • Foundation, Viewpoint, Sage, Acumatica Construction, or comparable construction ERP proficiency.
CORE COMPETENCIES
  • Construction Cost Intelligence
  • Technical Authority & Judgment
  • Decision Quality Under Ambiguity
  • Analytical Rigor & Investigative Discipline
  • Close Design & Scalable Process Thinking
  • Execution Reliability & Operational Discipline
  • Control Environment Ownership
  • Proactive Risk Communication
  • Cross-Functional Partnership
  • Organizational Influence
  • Continuous Improvement Orientation
  • Team Development & Succession Readiness
 Environment & Physical ActivitiesThe physical and work environment requirements described below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.
This position is primarily office-based and typically works Monday through Friday, averaging 8-10 hours per day at the Colas Construction Headquarters.
While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, communicate, and use standard computer and office equipment. Occasional repetitive hand and wrist movement may be required. The employee may occasionally lift or carry items up to 20 pounds.
This role may also require occasional visits to active construction project sites. Employees visiting job sites must be able to navigate uneven terrain and comply with all required safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
 ABOUT USCOLAS is a second-generation, family-owned general contractor with a long-term perspective on every project it builds. Guided by a strong sense of stewardship for people, partners, and place, COLAS is committed to delivering high-quality construction, advancing sustainable practices, expanding equitable access to opportunity, and creating lasting community impact.
Our mission: to build legacies and strengthen communities
Our core values are our S.E.E.D.S:
          Spirited: We lead with energy, optimism, and passion.
          Enlightened: We stay curious, thoughtful, and open to growth.
          Effective: We focus on results and deliver with excellence.
          Dedicated: We follow through with care, commitment, and integrity.
          Synergetic: We succeed by working together.
BENEFITS
At Colas Construction, we believe in investing in our employees' well-being and professional growth. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally. Our benefits include and are not limited to:
 
  • Health Insurance: 100% employer-paid employee coverage for robust medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
  • Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Paid Time Off: generously paid sick, vacation, personal, and holiday days off
  • Professional Development: annual allowance for continued education and training
  • Additional Perks: Benefit from various additional perks, such as company vehicles for certain roles, travel allowances, and flexible working hours to help balance life and work commitments.

Our goal is to create a supportive and enriching work environment where you can thrive. Become part of Colas Construction and contribute to our success while enjoying the benefits of a company that truly cares about its employees.

Colas Construction, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value equitable hiring practices and adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. We assure you that employment with COLAS depends solely on your qualifications.
Thank you for your interest in COLAS, where we are Building Tomorrow, Today!
 

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