Wip Controller Jobs Near Me

The Corporate Controller is responsible for leading the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end close process across multiple operating companies. This role plays a critical leadership position within the finance team and partners closely with executive leadership to support strategic financial decision-making, operational performance, and continued company growth.

The ideal candidate will have strong construction accounting experience, a deep understanding of job costing and WIP reporting, and experience managing multi-entity financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across all operating companies
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
• Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting
• Manage and improve internal accounting controls, processes, and procedures
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and cash management functions
• Analyze and manage Work in Progress (WIP) reporting and revenue recognition processes
• Partner with operational leaders to review project financial performance, profitability, labor costs, and forecasting
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes
• Coordinate annual audits, tax preparation support, and external reporting requirements with outside auditors and tax partners
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies
• Develop financial reporting packages, dashboards, and ad hoc analysis for executive leadership and ownership
• Assist with ERP optimization, accounting system implementations, and process improvements
• Supervise and mentor accounting team members while promoting accountability and professional development
• Support mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic initiatives as needed
• Perform additional duties assigned by executive leadership
• Additional duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, master's in accounting preferred

CPA or CMA preferred

7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience required

3+ years of leadership or management experience required

Strong construction accounting experience required

Strong understanding of job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and WIP schedules

Experience with multi-entity accounting environments preferred

Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems required; construction ERP experience preferred

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and leadership skills

High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail