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Assistant Controller | Commercial Construction (Phoenix, AZ)
A rapidly growing commercial general contractor in Phoenix is seeking an Assistant Controller to support its expanding accounting operations. This organization is currently generating ~$400M in annual revenue and is on a strong trajectory toward $1B+ in the coming years, creating a need for additional leadership within the finance team.
Position OverviewThis role will partner closely with senior leadership to oversee core accounting functions, support financial reporting, and help scale processes to meet continued growth. The team is open to candidates with adjacent or transferable experience (e.g., Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, FP&A with strong accounting exposure) who are ready to step into a leadership-track role.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in managing month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Partner with operations to ensure accurate project financials
Help improve systems, processes, and scalability of the accounting function
Why This Role
Growth-driven hire tied directly to company expansion—not backfill
Clear and realistic path to Controller backed by strong internal promotion practices
Exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making
Flexibility on title/experience for candidates with the right foundation and upward trajectory
Compensation
Base salary up to $120K, depending on experience
If you’re looking to step into a role with real upward mobility in a high-growth environment, this is a strong opportunity to position yourself for the next level. Apply here or send resume directly to royla.koch@gogpac.com for consideration.
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.