Construction Controller

CFS

Denver, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$170,000–$180,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Receivable, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Automation, Balance Sheet, Billing, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Channel Strategies, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Control, Cross-Functional, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Great Plains Accounting Software, Leadership, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Tracking, Public Accounting, Revenue Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Scalable System Development, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Denver, CO
POSTED
7 days ago

Construction Controller

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity reporting directly to the CFO. The Controller will oversee the accounting operations of the company with a strong emphasis on revenue recognition, accounts receivable, job cost/percentage of completion accounting, and financial reporting accuracy.

The organization offers an amazing culture — collaborative, forward-thinking, and team-oriented. Leadership values transparency, accountability, and cross-functional partnership. Finance is viewed as a strategic business partner with real influence across operations.

Key Responsibilities of Controller:

  • Lead core accounting functions with a strong focus on AR, revenue recognition, job cost/percentage of completion accounting, and balance sheet integrity

  • Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting

  • Prepare and review monthly financial statements and perform detailed analytical review of results

  • Partner closely with operations to monitor project performance, margins, billing accuracy, and cash flow

  • Collaborate with the CFO on annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning

  • Strengthen internal controls and improve processes surrounding revenue, receivables, and reporting

  • Drive automation and modernization initiatives to increase efficiency and scalability

  • Support and help manage the annual audit process

  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support strategic growth initiatives

Supervisory Responsibilities of Controller:

  • Lead and develop the accounting team with an emphasis on AR and revenue cycle oversight

  • Build scalable processes and identify training opportunities to support continued company growth

Qualifications for Controller:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • CPA required

  • Public accounting experience required

  • 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility

  • Construction or manufacturing experience preferred

  • Strong understanding of percentage of completion accounting and revenue recognition

  • Proficiency in accounting software (Great Plains preferred) and Microsoft Office

  • Strong communication skills and leadership presence

Compensation & Benefits

  • $160k-$180k base salary

  • Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, sick leave, 401(k) match and company contribution

  • Supportive leadership team with long-term growth opportunity

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MaxSalary: USD180000
MinSalary: USD170000

About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/