| Location | Denver, AL |
| Salary | $65–$100 Per Hour |
Interim Controller - Construction Industry (Contract)
Denver Area | 6-12 Month Engagement | High-Growth Construction Company
Lead the Finance Function for a Growing Construction Organization
Our client, a rapidly expanding construction company in the Denver Metro area, is seeking an experienced Interim Controller to guide the accounting and finance team through a period of continued growth and operational expansion. This 6-12 month contract engagement is ideal for a construction accounting leader who can provide hands-on leadership, strengthen financial processes, and support strategic business initiatives.
This role will partner closely with executive leadership, operations teams, project managers, and field leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong cash flow management, and effective project profitability analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close
Lead financial reporting and ensure compliance with GAAP
Manage construction-specific accounting functions, including:
Job costing
Work-in-progress (WIP) reporting
Revenue recognition
Percentage-of-completion accounting
Project margin analysis
Change order and contract tracking
Partner with operations and project management teams to improve project profitability and cost controls
Monitor cash flow, forecasting, and working capital needs
Strengthen internal controls and accounting processes across multiple projects and business units
Support acquisition integrations, system implementations, and process standardization initiatives
Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, bonding requirements, and lender reporting
Develop and mentor accounting staff while creating scalable processes for continued growth
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA preferred
8+ years of progressive accounting experience
5+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager role
Recent construction industry experience required
Strong understanding of:
Job costing
WIP schedules
Project accounting
Construction contracts
Financial statement preparation
Experience supporting multi-entity organizations and acquisition integrations preferred
Advanced Excel skills required
Experience with Viewpoint Vista, Spectrum, CMiC, Foundation, Sage 300 CRE, or similar construction ERP systems strongly preferred
Ability to quickly assess issues, implement solutions, and lead through change
Ideal Background
Experience in one or more of the following:
Heavy Civil Construction
Commercial Construction
Infrastructure
Highway & Transportation
Utilities
Industrial Construction
Site Development
Concrete & Excavation Services
Compensation
Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Potential overtime opportunities
Hybrid flexibility available based on business needs
High-impact leadership opportunity with direct executive exposure
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity to step into a visible leadership role with a growing construction company and make an immediate impact. You'll help drive financial performance, improve reporting and processes, partner with operations, and play a key role in supporting the next phase of growth.
If you're a construction accounting leader who enjoys solving problems, supporting operations, and building scalable financial processes, we'd love to connect with you.
Pay Details: $65.00 to $100.00 per hour
Search managed by: Lisa McCollins
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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