Construction Controller

Alltech Engineering Corp • Minneapolis, MN • 16h ago

About the Role Serves as the primary financial advisor to Ownership, responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and interpretation of the company s financials. The Controller oversees construction contract accounting, including WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, and job cost financial management within Sage 300 CRE, while managing the Accounting Group workflow. Identifies risk, challenges assumptions, and provides financial insight to support decision-making. The Controller ensures the company remains liquid, bondable, and financially disciplined. This is a hands-on, high-accountability role in a company that values accuracy, ownership, and clear financial strategy. About Alltech Alltech Engineering Corp is a specialty contractor providing millwright services, equipment installation, rigging, and industrial maintenance to manufacturing and processing facilities. For over 50 years, the company has supported complex machinery installation, plant relocation, and maintenance projects using highly skilled tradespeople across a wide range of industrial sectors. Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close Management Own the monthly close process, financial statements, and reporting calendar Ensure accurate preparation and presentation of: Income statement Balance sheet Work-in-Process (WIP schedule) Enforce accounting policies and internal controls Ensure consistency with GAAP Provide leadership and direction to the accounting, AR, and AP staff Manage relationships with CPA firm, lenders, and surety partners Prepare annual audit workpapers Contract Accounting & Revenue Recognition Oversee percent complete calculations (percentage of completion) Ensure proper recognition of earned revenue (WIP revenue) Review and approve contract asset and contract liability balances (under/over billings) Ensure accurate reconciliation between job costs, earned revenue, billings and contract balances Review and challenge project manager forecasts for reasonableness and consistency Evaluate cost-to-complete estimates and identify margin fade or gain Cash Flow & Working Capital Management Maintain visibility into: Operating cash balances Near-term cash obligations Monitor: Accounts receivable aging Retainage receivable Accounts payable obligations Coordinate billing and collections timing with cash needs Identify liquidity risks early and propose mitigation strategies Ownership / Principal Reporting The Controller acts as the single point of financial communication between the accounting function and Ownership. This includes daily check-ins on urgent issues or unexpected events, as well as more structured weekly and monthly financial reporting and strategic discussion. What Success In This Role Looks Like Timely, accurate monthly closes Trusted WIP and contract asset / liability balances Predictable cash flow with no financial surprises Strong credibility with CPA, banks, and sureties Well-managed accounting workflow supporting accurate billing, invoicing, AR, AP, and job costing. Qualifications Education Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (required) Master s degree in Accounting, Finance, or MBA (preferred, not required) Professional Certifications (one or more preferred) CPA (strongly preferred) CMA or CCIFP (preferred) Experience 7 12+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience 3 5+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting leadership role Experience working with: External CPA firms (audit/review/tax) Banks and lenders Experience managing an accounting team Direct experience with construction and long-term project accounting (required) Systems & Technology Hands-on experience with Sage 300 CRE Advanced Excel skills (financial modeling, reconciliations, pivot tables) Experience with Microsoft Access (preferred) Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and workflows Financial Management Skills Cash flow and working capital management experienceFamiliarity with: Lines of credit Covenant monitoring (formal or informal) Capital expenditure evaluation Leadership & Communication Proven ability to lead and develop accounting staff Proficient in communicating financial concepts to non-financial leaders High level of professional judgment and discretion Comfortable operating with autonomy and accountability Personal Attributes High integrity and reliability Detail-oriented with a strong sense of materiality Calm under pressure; no surprises mindset Comfortable pushing back when assumptions are weak Ability and inclination to maintain confidentiality Pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach Uncompromising discretion and judgment in handling sensitive financial information Alltech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified minorities, women, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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