Job Description

Relocation required: this position is on-site in Columbia, Missouri. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

A growing construction organization headquartered in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a seasoned Controller to own its accounting and finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows construction accounting thoroughly and is ready to relocate to Columbia to make an impact.

Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000+ base, plus bonus opportunity up to 30%.

What You'll Do:

• Create and maintain WIP (work-in-progress) reports, including over/under billing analysis
• Lead percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and progress billing
• Manage the monthly close and financial reporting for the organization and all of its subsidiaries
• Oversee intercompany accounting and consolidations across multiple entities
• Direct cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and investment decisions
• Prepare board-level financial reviews and presentations for ownership and leadership

Requirements:

• Must be willing to relocate to Columbia, MO
• Construction industry experience as a Controller or in senior accounting leadership
• Strong command of percentage-of-completion billing and WIP reporting
• Background in consolidations and multi-entity/subsidiary accounting
• Proven experience handling cash flow and investment management
• Ability to prepare clear, board-ready financial reviews
• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and CPA preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.