Construction Accounting Controller (Relocation to Columbia, MO)

Relocation required: this role is on-site in Columbia, Missouri. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Based in the Joplin area and leading the books for a contractor today? An established, growing construction group headquartered in Columbia, Missouri is looking for a Controller to take ownership of accounting and finance across the company and its subsidiaries. This is a high-visibility seat that reports into ownership and senior leadership, and it calls for someone ready to relocate to Columbia.

Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000+ per year, plus a bonus of up to 30%.

What You'll Do:

• Own WIP reporting, including over/under billing review each period
• Run percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and the progress billing process
• Prepare and present board-level financial reviews for ownership and leadership
• Manage cash flow planning, liquidity, and investment activity
• Handle consolidations and intercompany accounting across all subsidiaries
• Lead a timely monthly close and accurate multi-entity financial reporting

What You Bring:

• Must be willing to relocate to Columbia, MO
• Proven Controller or senior accounting leadership background in the construction industry
• Strong command of percentage-of-completion billing and WIP reporting
• Experience consolidating subsidiaries and managing multi-entity books
• Comfort overseeing investments and cash flow
• Ability to build polished financial reviews for a board audience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and a CPA preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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