Cantarella and Son Masonry
Job Title: Controller
Location:
Pittsfield, Massachusetts Company Type:
Small Union Masonry Construction Company Job Type:
Full-Time/On Site Reports To:
Owner / President
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized, experienced
Controller
to oversee the financial and accounting operations of our union masonry construction business based in Massachusetts. This key leadership role requires a strong background in construction accounting, union payroll administration, job costing, and financial compliance. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of supporting both day-to-day functions and long-term financial strategy in a small-business environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Management:
Manage all accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
Manage month-end, quarterly and year-end close processes and pay and file all payroll taxes per schedule.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and budgets.
Develop job costing reports and manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to ensure accurate tracking of project profitability.
Manage cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting to support ongoing business operations.
Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
Union & Payroll Administration:
Ability to process union-certified payroll, ensuring full compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), prevailing wage laws, and certified payroll reporting requirements (e.g., Massachusetts DCAMM projects, Davis-Bacon Act).
Submit timely union benefit reports (health, pension, apprenticeship) and handle communications with union administrators.
Ensure accurate employee time tracking and labor allocations by job and cost code.
Compliance & Reporting:
Ensure full compliance with Massachusetts tax laws, labor regulations, and federal reporting requirements.
Coordinate with external CPA for tax planning and year-end audits.
Maintain insurance, bonding, and licensing documentation, and assist with renewals, audits and prequalification packages.
Implement and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
Maintain and process DCAMM Certification, renewals and evaluations.
Process & Systems Improvement:
Evaluate and optimize accounting workflows and financial processes.
Assist with the selection, implementation, and management of accounting and project management software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage 100 Contractor, Foundation, ComputerEase).
Train and support internal staff on financial systems and procedures.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
Minimum 5 years of construction/job-costing accounting experience
Strong understanding of union payroll processing and reporting in a multi-project environment.
Proficiency with accounting and construction software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Foundation, or similar including ComputerEase).
Deep understanding of Massachusetts tax laws, union reporting, certified payroll, and prevailing wage requirements.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with both field and office personnel.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Health insurance contribution
Paid time off and holidays
Profit Sharing (SimpleIRA)
Potential for year-end performance bonus
Collaborative and flexible work environment
Opportunities for professional development
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Location:
Pittsfield, Massachusetts Company Type:
Small Union Masonry Construction Company Job Type:
Full-Time/On Site Reports To:
Owner / President
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized, experienced
Controller
to oversee the financial and accounting operations of our union masonry construction business based in Massachusetts. This key leadership role requires a strong background in construction accounting, union payroll administration, job costing, and financial compliance. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of supporting both day-to-day functions and long-term financial strategy in a small-business environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Management:
Manage all accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
Manage month-end, quarterly and year-end close processes and pay and file all payroll taxes per schedule.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and budgets.
Develop job costing reports and manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to ensure accurate tracking of project profitability.
Manage cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting to support ongoing business operations.
Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
Union & Payroll Administration:
Ability to process union-certified payroll, ensuring full compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), prevailing wage laws, and certified payroll reporting requirements (e.g., Massachusetts DCAMM projects, Davis-Bacon Act).
Submit timely union benefit reports (health, pension, apprenticeship) and handle communications with union administrators.
Ensure accurate employee time tracking and labor allocations by job and cost code.
Compliance & Reporting:
Ensure full compliance with Massachusetts tax laws, labor regulations, and federal reporting requirements.
Coordinate with external CPA for tax planning and year-end audits.
Maintain insurance, bonding, and licensing documentation, and assist with renewals, audits and prequalification packages.
Implement and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
Maintain and process DCAMM Certification, renewals and evaluations.
Process & Systems Improvement:
Evaluate and optimize accounting workflows and financial processes.
Assist with the selection, implementation, and management of accounting and project management software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage 100 Contractor, Foundation, ComputerEase).
Train and support internal staff on financial systems and procedures.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
Minimum 5 years of construction/job-costing accounting experience
Strong understanding of union payroll processing and reporting in a multi-project environment.
Proficiency with accounting and construction software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Foundation, or similar including ComputerEase).
Deep understanding of Massachusetts tax laws, union reporting, certified payroll, and prevailing wage requirements.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with both field and office personnel.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Health insurance contribution
Paid time off and holidays
Profit Sharing (SimpleIRA)
Potential for year-end performance bonus
Collaborative and flexible work environment
Opportunities for professional development
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