Controller - Construction & Government Contracts Job at Gateway Search Associates, Oregon State

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  • Gateway Search Associates
  • Oregon State

Job Description

Our client is actively seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting team of 3–5 staff. Candidates must possess proven experience in construction accounting, particularly within heavy civil, infrastructure, or government-funded projects. This is a critical leadership role overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, job cost analysis, and financial compliance. The ideal candidate brings a blend of tactical accounting skills and strategic insight, with deep knowledge of WIP schedules, progress billing, revenue recognition, and percentage-of-completion accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all core accounting functions including general ledger, AP/AR, progress billing, and subcontractor payments.

• Perform detailed analysis of job costs and integrate cost data with construction estimates to monitor performance and profitability.

• Oversee Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and ensure proper revenue recognition under percentage-of-completion accounting.

• Maintain compliance with government contract accounting standards, Davis-Bacon Act, and audit requirements.

• Ensure accurate financial reporting, month-end close, and budget-to-actual variance analysis.

• Collaborate with project managers to support cost control, forecasting, and resource planning.

• Manage internal controls and help develop systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in reporting.

• Offer mentorship and structure for ongoing improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA a plus).

• Minimum 7+ years in construction accounting, with heavy civil or government project experience required.

• Strong command of GAAP, job cost accounting, and construction cost control systems.

• Proficiency with construction-specific accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, Foundation, or similar).

• Prior experience working with federal, state, or municipal government contracts, including compliance and audit support.

• Demonstrated experience managing both accounting operations and project-based financial reporting.

Job Tags

Full time, For subcontractor,

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