Assistant Controller

Controller

Our trusted client is looking for a Controller to support financial operations for a construction business in Clinton Township, Michigan. This is a Contract position, with potential to become permanent, focused on overseeing project-based accounting activities, maintaining accurate corporate financial records, and driving a timely month-end close process. The role works closely with project managers and internal stakeholders to monitor budgets, manage billing workflows, and prepare reliable reporting for leadership and external auditors.

The day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Oversee accounting activity for 20 to 40 active construction projects, ensuring financial records remain accurate, current, and aligned with project performance.

• Administer client invoicing processes, including AIA billing, while tracking documentation such as lien waivers and other contract-related financial requirements.

• Manage job cost reporting and work-in-progress analysis to help monitor contract status, profitability, and budget performance across multiple projects.

• Lead month-end close activities by reconciling accounts, reviewing balance sheet detail, and preparing complete financial information for corporate reporting.

• Partner with project managers to review change orders, evaluate cost movements, and maintain visibility into project budgets throughout the project lifecycle.

• Prepare cash flow reporting, including daily cash position updates, to support planning and operational decision-making.

• Compile corporate financial statements and supporting schedules for review by external auditors responsible for tax filing activities.

• Use Sage 100 Contractor to maintain accounting records, generate reports, and support construction-specific financial processes.

The ideal candidate with have the following skillsets:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

• At least 3 years of experience in construction project accounting is required.

• Hands-on experience with Sage 100 Contractor is required.

• Background in AIA billing, lien waiver administration, and construction invoicing practices.

• Strong knowledge of month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and corporate financial reporting.

• Experience with job costing, work-in-progress reporting, and budget tracking within the construction industry.

• Ability to prepare cash flow reports and monitor daily cash activity.

• Prior accounting experience with a general contractor is preferred.