Job Description

Job Title: Controller

Location: Portland, OR

Job Summary

We seek a highly analytical, strategic, and people-focused Controller to lead our accounting and finance operations in Portland, OR. This critical leadership role supports a dynamic commercial construction and service-based business, overseeing the integrity of our financial systems, driving process improvements, and guiding a high-performing accounting team. The ideal candidate is a problem solver with deep industry experience, fluency in WIP and GAAP accounting, and a passion for developing others and aligning finance with operational success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, WIP schedules, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
• Provide strategic financial insights to leadership, supporting business decisions through KPI analysis and special reporting.
• Champion data-driven decision-making and a continuous improvement culture across the finance function.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee timely and accurate monthly closes, driving a faster, more efficient close cycle.
• Ensure full GAAP compliance and strong WIP accounting practices across all projects.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, including disbursements, collections, and working capital optimization.

Controls & Compliance

• Establish, review, and enforce internal controls and financial procedures that ensure accuracy and reduce risk.
• Ensure payroll compliance, with deep knowledge of prevailing wage requirements.
• Support audits and regulatory reporting with precision and responsiveness.

Technology & Systems

• Leverage financial systems—NetSuite experience strongly preferred—as well as field service and construction management software to streamline reporting and workflows.
• Lead initiatives to improve integration and utilization of accounting and operational systems.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and develop accounting staff, building a resilient, skilled, and motivated team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, executives, and field leaders to align financial practices with operational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in commercial construction or service-based industries.
• Mastery of WIP accounting, GAAP, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Proficient in financial systems; experience with NetSuite and construction software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and prevailing wage rules in OR & WA.

Personal & Professional Attributes

• Structured thinker with a process-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Business-savvy leader fluent in the “language of business” with a passion for aligning finance with operations.
• Data-driven mindset with a continuous improvement focus.
• Skilled communicator who can translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Ambitious and adaptable—motivated by challenge and growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development
• A values-driven, collaborative company culture
• The opportunity to shape the financial future of a growing, respected firm

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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