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Controller

CFS, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012

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Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Location:

Aurora, Colorado

Industry:

Construction

Salary:

$150,000 base

(plus bonus/benefits, if applicable)

Experience Level:

Senior / Leadership

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced

Controller

to lead the accounting and financial operations for our construction company in

Aurora, Colorado . This role oversees the full accounting function and partners closely with executive leadership and operations to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and strong project-level financial visibility. The ideal candidate is hands‑on and brings deep construction accounting expertise.

Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Reporting

Oversee all accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, payroll, job costing, and fixed assets

Lead month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close

Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports

Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies

Construction Accounting & Job Costing

Oversee job cost accounting, WIP schedules, and percentage‑of‑completion revenue recognition

Review project margins, forecasts, and change orders

Partner closely with project managers and operations leadership

Provide financial insight into project performance and profitability

Controls, Compliance & Audit

Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures

Coordinate audits, tax filings, bonding, and insurance reporting

Oversee lien compliance and support cash flow forecasting

Ensure accurate working capital and cash management

Leadership & Process Improvement

Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team

Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements

Support ERP and construction system optimization (Vista, Sage, Procore, or similar)

Act as a key financial partner to executive leadership

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)

8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong construction accounting background required

Proven experience managing and developing teams

Advanced knowledge of GAAP, job costing, and revenue recognition

Proficiency in Excel and construction ERP systems

Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills

What We Offer

$150,000 base salary with competitive benefits

High‑visibility leadership role

Stable, growing construction company

Collaborative executive and operations team

Aurora‑based role with long‑term opportunity

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry: Accounting

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