Base pay range
$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr
Level Recruiting is seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and provide strategic financial guidance for a luxury construction firm based in San Francisco. This role will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, job costing, and cash flow management while partnering with senior leadership to drive profitability and operational efficiency.
This is an in-office position based in San Francisco. Remote work is not available.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and month‑end/year‑end close processes
- Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, management reports, and key performance metrics
- Lead annual budgeting process and provide ongoing variance analysis and forecasting
- Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners
Construction Accounting & Job Costing
- Implement and maintain robust job costing systems to track project profitability in real‑time
- Prepare comprehensive Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) reports analyzing contract values, costs incurred, estimated costs to complete, over/underbilling positions, and projected profit margins for all active projects
- Review and approve change orders, ensuring proper documentation and financial controls
- Monitor project budgets, percentage‑of‑completion calculations, and revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606
- Collaborate with project managers to improve estimating accuracy and cost control
- Analyze WIP aging and take proactive measures to accelerate billing and collections
Strategic Leadership
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions
- Develop and monitor internal controls, policies, and procedures
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements
- Support contract negotiations and risk assessment for new projects
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a controller or senior accounting role
- Strong construction accounting background with expertise in job costing, percentage‑of‑completion, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition
- CPA or CMA certification preferred
- Proficiency with construction management and accounting software (Sage 300 CRE, Foundation, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems implementation
- Must be willing to work in‑office in San Francisco
Preferred:
- Experience with luxury residential or custom construction projects
- Knowledge of California prevailing wage requirements and payroll
- Familiarity with multi‑entity accounting structures
Skills & Attributes
- Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities
- Excellent communication skills with ability to translate financial data for non‑financial stakeholders
- Detail‑oriented with commitment to accuracy and deadline management
- Proactive, strategic thinker who can balance big‑picture vision with day‑to‑day operations
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($150,000 – $180,000)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Reimbursement Plan
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment
Who We Are
Level Recruiting is a boutique placement firm that works with the best custom home builders in the Bay Area. With over 40 years of combined experience in the industry, we carefully select our partners to make sure talented candidates are placed at companies with great culture, top pay, interesting projects, and opportunities for growth. We are dedicated to the service of helping to build companies and careers.
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